# Fierce Jungle Footwear The Elle52 Bootie from Shop Akira Embraces a Wild Style Aesthetic By Jana Pijak | Published 2013-11-15 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elle52-bootie References: [shopakira](http://www.shopakira.com/products/elle52-bootie.html) & [shopakira](http://www.shopakira.com/products) The Elle52 Bootie from fashion retailer Shop Akira embraces an over-the-top and animalistic style aesthetic. Covered in a light gold material that is man made, the almond toed shoe boasts a [2 inch hidden platform](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/8inch-flipflops) and a 6 1/2 inch stiletto heel. This jungle-inspired ankle boot accessory features an inner zip closure element that is hidden amidst its [animalistic print](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samba-sneaker-4). The statement shoe boasts a vivid tiger skin pattern along with graphic tiger head elements that are repeated all over the fashionable statement piece. The Elle52 Bootie from web retailer Shop Akira is designed with the daring and fearless fashion lover in mind. Guaranteed to garner attention, this wild, [stiletto heeled shoe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alaska-boot) is not for the shy or faint of heart. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.1/10 - Popularity: 54% | Activity: 31% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## 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 - **Animalistic Style Aesthetic:** Opportunity for fashion brands to create bold and attention-grabbing designs inspired by animal prints and themes. - **Hidden Closure Elements:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for footwear companies to develop hidden closure systems that enhance the aesthetic appeal of shoes. - **Bold Statement Pieces:** Trend for fashion retailers to offer unique and daring accessories that make a powerful fashion statement. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion Retail:** Fashion retailers can capitalize on the growing demand for bold and animal-inspired styles by offering a wide variety of products. - **Footwear Manufacturing:** Potential for footwear manufacturers to incorporate hidden closure elements into their designs, providing added functionality and style. - **E-commerce:** Online retailers can target the niche market of fashion-forward individuals who are looking for bold, attention-grabbing statement pieces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sleek Western Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/naked-wolfes-stark-boot.md) - [Edgy Winter Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/naked-wolfe-bambi-boot.md) - [Dynamic Ultra-High Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/platform-sneaker-1.md) - [Bigfoot-Inspired Bizarre Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ninlo.md) - [Sleek Hybrid Boot Mules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yohji-yamamoto-2.md) - [Dynamic Glowing Trail Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jungle-esc.md) - [Eye-Adorned Furry Mules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eyeball-mules.md) - [Platform Statement Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/8inch-flipflops.md) - [Animal Patterned Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samba-sneaker-4.md)