# Grecian Leaf Sandals The Giuseppe Zanotti x Kanye West Sophomore Stilettos are Stylish By Katie Pagnotta | Published 2013-02-07 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/giuseppe-zanotti-x-kanye-west References: [fashionista](http://fashionista.com/2012/10/kanye-west-x-giuseppe-zanottis-new-shoe-karl-lagerfelds-concept-boutique-and-alexander-mcqueen-in-pictures/) & [giuseppezanottidesign](http://www.giuseppezanottidesign.com/experience/zanotti/en/celebrities.asp?tskay=78393367) The Giuseppe Zanotti x Kanye West sophomore shoe design is inspired by classic art and architecture. The 'Cruel Summer' stiletto marks the second collaboration between the famous rapper and the shoe aficionado. Kanye West recently revealed he will not be showing a future collection for his fashion line and this shoe design is a welcomed surprise. The luxurious sandal is a follow-up to a $6000 pearl encrusted bootie. The 'Cruel Summer' stiletto sandal features gorgeous Grecian leaf detailing and an all-white strappy design. It is the perfect shoe for a summer's eve. The importance of this shoe is that it's design mimics the cover art on Kanye's highly anticipated upcoming album. The Giueseppe Zanotti x Kanye West stiletto sandals are fashion forward and any art lover's dream shoe. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.4/10 - Popularity: 2% | Activity: 2% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Celebs](https://www.trendhunter.com/celebs) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Fashion Collaboration:** The collaboration between Giuseppe Zanotti and Kanye West demonstrates the trend of fashion brands teaming up with celebrities to create unique and exclusive designs. - **Art-inspired Footwear:** The Grecian leaf detailing on the 'Cruel Summer' stiletto sandal reflects the trend of incorporating art and architecture into footwear designs. - **Luxury Sandals:** The luxurious and high-end design of the Giuseppe Zanotti x Kanye West sandals caters to the trend of consumers seeking premium and statement-making footwear. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can explore more collaborations with celebrities and artists to create innovative and unique designs. - **Footwear:** Footwear brands can incorporate artistic elements, such as Grecian leaf detailing, into their designs to attract art-loving consumers. - **Luxury Goods:** Luxury goods industry can focus on creating high-end and visually striking sandals to cater to the demand for premium fashion products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Unique Platform-Style Sandals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/platformstyle-sandals.md) - [Sleek Hybrid Boot Mules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yohji-yamamoto-2.md) - [Futuristic Sandal Hybrid Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/versace-mercury.md) - [Organic Sleek Avant-Garde Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/contranatural.md) - [Collaborative Footwear Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maison-margiela-x-christian-louboutin.md) - [Department Store-Exclusive Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cappa-blade-starsway.md) - [Pool Slide Heeled Sandals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flipped-flop.md) - [Couture Technical Sneaker Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/juntae-kim.md) - [Statement Footwear Collaborations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gmbh-and-axel-arigato.md)