# Upscale Tie-Dye Sneakers The Del Toro 2013 Spring Alto Chukkas are Bright Beauties By Katie Pagnotta | Published 2013-01-20 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/del-toro-2013-spring References: [hypebeast](http://hypebeast.com/2013/1/del-toro-2013-spring-alto-chukka-tie-dye) & [deltoroshoes](http://www.deltoroshoes.com/shop/men.html) The Del Toro 2013 Spring Alto chukkas are vibrant, vivid and make a splash. Del Toro keeps churning out back to back hits with its footwear collections. The brand is already famous for its embroidered loafers, flats and [lace-up sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luca-chukka-sneaker-boot). The latest addition to this wonderful repertoire is a [tie-dye sneaker](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aqua-colorway). The patterned print is a vivacious look and blends purple and blue hues. Fine touches include the navy rubber soles, black leather laces, a punchy red tag and black cross-stitch details. These [high-end sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-tie-20) are fashionable, wacky and a whirlwind design. Tie dye isn't normally associated with upscale merchandise, but Del Toro has found a way to refine the technique. The Del Toro 2013 Spring Alto chukkas are stylish, adventurous and pack a punch. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.9/10 - Popularity: 19% | Activity: 31% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/shoes) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Upscale Tie-dye Sneakers:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Exploring the intersection of luxury fashion and unconventional print techniques to create high-end tie-dye sneakers. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introducing unique and vibrant patterns to high-end footwear collections. - **Textile:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporating unconventional printing techniques into luxury shoe designs. - **Retail:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Offering upscale tie-dye sneakers as a unique and fashionable alternative to traditional footwear options. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sustainable Color-Blocked Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/colville.md) - [Dynamic Vibrant Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/990v4-2.md) - [Premium Craftsmanship Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mexico-66-deluxe.md) - [Collaborative Heritage Footwear Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/livello-rosso-collection.md) - [Artist-Inspired Printed Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tyler-the-creator.md) - [Chromatic Textile Sneaker Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunnei-x-camper-pelotissima-collection.md) - [Unformal Derby-Style Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-jalisco.md) - [Bold Patterned Luxurious Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gelds-trainer-14.md) - [Bold Spring-Ready Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fierce-purple.md)