# Darkly Exotic Shoes The Gaetano Perrone AW11 Collection Lets You Channel Your Inner Wild Animal By Meghan Young | Published 2011-04-24 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gaetano-perrone-aw11 References: [fashionising](http://www.fashionising.com/shoes/b--Gaetano-Perrone-creatures-for-your-feet-6600.html) & [gaetanoperrone](http://www.gaetanoperrone.com/) Channel your inner animal with the exotic Gaetano Perrone AW11 collection. As though inspired by curious creatures from around the world, the line boasts such details as [serpentine straps and plumed backs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nonhuman-life). The Gaetano Perrone AW11 collection comes in a range of [dark colors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/midnightblack-collection) that will surely complement many an outfit during the fall season. Of course, only those with a Lady Gaga streak would rock these during the day. For us more modest folk, these would lay lovingly in our closets until a special occasion arises here and there. What I especially like about the Gaetano Perrone AW11 collection is that it isn't too far-fetched. Instead, it relies only slightly on [eccentric detailing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/khaotique-noir). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.0/10 - Popularity: 83% | Activity: 89% | 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Exotic Footwear:** Darkly exotic shoes like those in the Gaetano Perrone AW11 collection are a trend that allows consumers to express their unique style and channel their inner wild animal. - **Curious Creature-inspired Designs:** The Gaetano Perrone AW11 collection showcases a trend of designs inspired by curious creatures from around the world, offering an opportunity for brands to create innovative and visually striking products. - **Eccentric Fashion Details:** The use of eccentric detailing, like serpentine straps and plumed backs in the Gaetano Perrone AW11 collection, presents a trend that allows designers to push boundaries and create bold fashion statements. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can leverage the trend of darkly exotic shoes to cater to unique consumer tastes and create standout collections. - **Footwear:** The footwear industry can explore the trend of curious creature-inspired designs to develop distinctive shoe styles that appeal to fashion-forward consumers. - **Luxury Goods:** The luxury goods industry can capitalize on the trend of eccentric fashion details to create exclusive products that cater to those seeking cutting-edge fashion experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Modern Shoe Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sergio-rossi.md) - [Wild Animal-Decorated Gowns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/schiaparelli-lion-head.md) - [Animal Faux Fur Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/merrell-1trl-3.md) - [Bird Feather-Inspired Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kiss-boots.md) - [Randomness-Inspired Designer Footwear Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beauty-in-chaos.md) - [Seasonally Appropriate Footwear Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/petals-pearls.md) - [Eye-Adorned Furry Mules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eyeball-mules.md) - [Sleek Western Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/naked-wolfes-stark-boot.md) - [Cross-Cultural Footwear Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rahul-mishra.md)