# Snack-Inspired Sneakers The Dunkaroos Sneakers Pay Homage to the 90s Snack By Grace Mahas | Published 2023-03-19 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dunkaroos-sneakers References: [kattycustoms.store](http://kattycustoms.store/) Nostalgic '90s snack [Dunkaroos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dunkaroos-orange-sherbet) and emerging sneaker customizer Katty Customs have teamed up to create the first-ever [exclusive Dunkaroos shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lays-x-saucony), aptly named "DunkAShoes." These eye-catching sneakers are hand-painted with the iconic Dunkaroos colors - yellow, purple, teal, and magenta - and adorned with the classic rainbow chip pattern. Custom insoles featuring the memorable Dunkaroos cookies and a removable Dunkaroos keychain/tag are also included. Katty Customs, led by CEO and founder Nicolle Knight, has been creating [custom clothing and footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ground-up-and-hersey) for over a decade, working with notable brands and personalities. The DunkAShoes will be available on the NTWRK app on March 27th, 2023 at 3:00 PM PST (6:00 PM EST). A drawing will take place at the same time, with free entry and a $0.90 win fee. To participate, users must download the NTWRK app. Image Credit: Dunkaroos ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.8/10 - Popularity: 93% | Activity: 97% | Freshness: 15% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/shoes) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Nostalgia Fashion:** Opportunity for fashion brands to create customized apparel and footwear inspired by nostalgic items. - **Exclusive Collaborations:** Opportunity for brands to collaborate and create limited edition items, generating buzz and exclusivity. - **Customization Culture:** Opportunity for businesses to create products that embrace personalization and customization by consumers. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion and Apparel:** Fashion brands can create limited edition and customized collections inspired by nostalgic items, generating exclusivity and buzz. - **Sneaker and Streetwear:** Streetwear and sneaker brands can collaborate with other brands, personalities or artists to create exclusive products inspired by pop culture. - **Gaming and Entertainment:** Gaming companies and entertainment brands can explore collaborations and limited edition collections inspired by iconic games or movies, embracing customization as a trend. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Athletic Donut-Themed Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tim-hortons-5.md) - [Charming Chocolatier-Themed Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-dunk-low-wonka.md) - [Iced Coffee-Honoring Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ice-coffee-day.md) - [Multi-Color Spring Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-90-1.md) - [Sherbert-Flavored Cookie Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dunkaroos-orange-sherbet.md) - [Cereal-Flavored Cookie Snack Packs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cinnamon-toast-crunch-dunkaroos.md) - [Diner Culture Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sticky-kicks.md) - [Collaborative Donut-Inspired Sneaker Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tim-hortons-x-adidas.md) - [Waffle-Inspired Gridded Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/waffle-dunk.md)