# Horn-Heeled Pumps Exotic Regrets by Aoi Kotsuhiroi Features Dark Fang-Like Footwear By Amelia Roblin | Published 2011-02-08 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/exotic-regrets References: [trendland.net](http://trendland.net/2011/02/07/aoi-kotsuhiroi-unveils-exotic-regrets-collection/) & [aoikotsuhiroi](http://www.aoikotsuhiroi.com/aoikotsuhiroi/EXOTIC_REGRETS_COLLECTION.html) These forbidding 'Feet Objects' have been born of a true artist as part of a collection called Exotic Regrets by Aoi Kotsuhiroi. At a staggering 7.7 inches tall, these perilous pumps have a life of their own. Crafted of urushi lacquered horns for heels and [lacquered cherry tree wood](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oao-les-arcs), these [fang-like foot bindings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stomp-clog) anchor the wearer in with leather laces and [skin-tight lambskin thigh-highs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anatomic-slipon-suede-boots). I would love to know how these shoes from Exotic Regrets by Aoi Kotsuhiroi feel on, yet the complete picture offers an exquisite-looking sculpture. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.8/10 - Popularity: 100% | Activity: 97% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% 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) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Exotic Regrets:** Opportunity for creating innovative and daring fashion accessories inspired by dark and unconventional themes. - **Horn-heeled Pumps:** Potential for designing unique footwear with horn-shaped heels, combining artistry and fashion. - **Feet Objects:** Exploration of avant-garde shoe designs that blur the line between functional footwear and artistic expression. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** Emerging trends in daring fashion accessories present opportunities for designers and brands to push boundaries and create unique products. - **Art:** Intersection of art and fashion in pieces like the 'Feet Objects' from Exotic Regrets by Aoi Kotsuhiroi can inspire collaborations and new artistic expressions. - **Footwear:** Innovation in shoe design, such as horn-shaped heels and unconventional materials, can disrupt the traditional footwear industry and captivate consumers with bold and unconventional options. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Illusory Doll-Like Heels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/illusion-boots.md) - [Platform Statement Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/8inch-flipflops.md) - [Bird Feather-Inspired Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kiss-boots.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) - [Comfort-Forward High Heels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vida-collection.md) - [Fuzzy Dynamic Collaborative Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/five-finger-shoe.md) - [Balletcore Heeled Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sandy-liang-1.md) - [Gothic Style Perforated Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stomp-clog.md)