# Exaggerated Crystalline Platforms The Giuseppe Zanotti Crystal-Covered Wedge is Captivating By Nikki Taylor | Published 2012-11-17 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/giuseppe-zanotti-crystalcovered-wedge References: [talkshoes](http://www.talkshoes.com/8532/giuseppe-zanotti-crystal-wedge-platforms/) & [giuseppezanottidesign](http://www.giuseppezanottidesign.com/) Towering over the competition, the Giuseppe Zanotti Crystal-Covered Wedge is a shoe lover's fantasy come to life. This shoe is a triple threat using shine, shimmer and suede to leave fashionistas dreaming about getting their hands on the hot pink marvel. Like most of the Italian designer's footwear, these [platform pumps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ugg-goldenrise) are ridiculously high. The heel height is measured at eight inches, not the easiest thing to walk in if heels aren't apart of your daily wardrobe. Luckily, a five inch platform takes away some of the stress. Another eye-catching feature of this design is the way that the [heel slants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wedge-collections), making it appear like you are walking the ball of your feet. The vibrant suede is covered from heel to toe in [iridescent crystals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chuck-70-low-and-hi). These Giuseppe Zanotti Crystal-Covered Wedge is almost too fierce to be worn. Image Credit: [Neimanmarcus.com](http://www.neimanmarcus.com) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.7/10 - Popularity: 52% | Activity: 50% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/shoes) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Exaggerated Crystalline Platforms:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Creating innovative and fashionable footwear designs with exaggerated crystal embellishments. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion and Footwear:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrating technology such as augmented reality to allow customers to virtually try on and customize extravagant shoe designs. - **Luxury Goods:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Developing sustainable and eco-friendly materials and production techniques for high-end footwear brands. - **Event Planning and Entertainment:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Collaborating with event planners and entertainment industry to create experiential fashion shows and performances showcasing avant-garde shoe designs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Dynamic Ultra-High Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/platform-sneaker-1.md) - [Platform Statement Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/8inch-flipflops.md) - [Limited-Edition Crystal Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stuart-weitzman-x-swarovski.md) - [Unique Platform-Style Sandals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/platformstyle-sandals.md) - [Crystal-Encrusted Stealthy Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-plus-moonlight.md) - [Department Store-Exclusive Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cappa-blade-starsway.md) - [Collaborative Wedged Sneaker Heels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chuck-70-wedge.md) - [Collaborative Statement Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crystalstudded-clogs.md) - [3-in-1 Platform Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ugg-goldenrise.md)