# Bandaged Lace-Up Pumps Elizabeth and James Booties Have Come to Your Fashion Rescue By Joanne Lam | Published 2010-05-09 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elizabeth-and-james-booties References: [iwantigot.geekigirl](http://iwantigot.geekigirl.com/2010/05/07/i-want-primo-lace-up-wedge-booties-by-elizabeth-and-james/) & [elizabethandjames.us](http://elizabethandjames.us/) The Elizabeth and James booties above are a peachy fashion statement with their bandage-like texture. The patchwork of different shades of blush in the Primo Lace-Up Wedge Booties gives the entire shoe a slightly Victorian and [vintage feel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/julia-tassel-pump). Combining the wedge, peep-toe and [ankle boot](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1460-leather-boot) all into one, these Elizabeth and James booties can go with any outfit. The lower [wedge heel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chuck-70-wedge) would also make the Primo Lace-Up Wedge Booties less difficult to walk on, making them a worthwhile purchase. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.4/10 - Popularity: 24% | Activity: 11% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Vintage-inspired Footwear:** Opportunity for creating footwear designs that incorporate patchwork and Victorian elements. - **Multi-functional Shoes:** Disruptive innovation potential for shoes that combine the features of a wedge, peep-toe, and ankle boot. - **Comfortable Wedge Heels:** Market opportunity for wedge heels that are easier to walk in and provide comfort. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion Retail:** Opportunity for retailers to offer vintage-inspired footwear with unique textures. - **Footwear Manufacturing:** Industry potential for producing multi-functional shoes that appeal to fashion-conscious consumers. - **Footwear Accessories:** Market opportunity for accessories that enhance the comfort and functionality of wedge heels. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Stylish Wedge Winter Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wedge-collections.md) - [Luxury Fashion House Moccasins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/suede-delave-wedge-ankle-boot.md) - [Refined Comfort-Focused Footwear Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luxury-footwear1.md) - [Sleek Western Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/naked-wolfes-stark-boot.md) - [Ultra-Elegant Unisex Leather Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unisex-leather-boot.md) - [Stiletto Knee-High Suede Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anatomic-slipon-suede-boots.md) - [Shearling Vamp Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vamp-boots.md) - [Romanticized Shoe Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mademe-x-dr-martens-1461-quad-shoe.md) - [Illusory Doll-Like Heels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/illusion-boots.md)