# $525 Distressed Shoes The Golden Goose Francy Sneaker is High-End Vintage Footwear By Francis Tiangson | Published 2011-04-11 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/golden-goose-francy-sneaker References: [selectism](http://www.selectism.com/news/2011/04/08/golden-goose-francy-sneaker/) & [aloharag](http://www.aloharag.com/highseas/product.asp?s_id=0&dept_id=5867&pf_id=PAGPABOEEAOBAPJI) The Golden Goose Francy Sneaker is the perfect example of how the [worn-out vintage look](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/loved-to-death) has become embraced throughout society. This shoe is not your ordinary pair of vintage looking kicks; a pair will end up setting you back $525. So what exactly are you getting for your buck? The Golden Goose Francy Sneaker features a black canvas upper that has a washed-out, vintage appearance. Made out of cotton, with a rubber sole, this [distressed shoe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-force-1-low-dirty-triple-white) has white laces and side zippers. If you're looking for a high-end pair of sneakers to match your [torn jeans and vintage graphic T-shirt](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/destroyed-tights), the Golden Goose Francy Sneaker might just be what you want. It's the perfect addition for a vintage getup. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.7/10 - Popularity: 80% | Activity: 82% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/shoes) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Distressed Vintage Look:** An opportunity for retailers to capitalize on the growing demand for high-end distressed sneakers and clothing with a vintage aesthetic. - **High-end Sneakers:** A trend in the footwear industry where consumers are willing to invest in expensive sneakers that offer a unique and stylish appeal. - **Streetwear Fashion:** An opportunity for fashion brands to incorporate distressed elements into their streetwear collections, catering to the growing popularity of the vintage aesthetic. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion Retail:** Retailers can leverage the demand for distressed vintage clothing and sneakers by offering exclusive collections and collaborations. - **Footwear:** Footwear manufacturers can explore innovative techniques to create high-quality distressed sneakers that appeal to the fashion-forward consumer. - **Streetwear:** Streetwear brands can take advantage of the distressed vintage trend by offering unique, limited edition pieces that capture the essence of urban fashion. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Crystallized Streetwear Goods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/swarovski-1.md) - [Italian-Made Classic Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adidas-gazelle-indoor.md) - [Luxury Retro-Style Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sons-rogue-baseline-hi-top-tan.md) - [Bold Suede Fashionable Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dries-van-noten-suede-sneaker.md) - [Customizable Co-Created Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sneaker-maker.md) - [Distressed Canvas Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/loved-to-death.md) - [Minimalist Sock-Like Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gucci-slipon-sneaker.md) - [Soft Suede Premium Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trail-sneaker-1.md) - [Naturalistic Militant Hiking Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/canada-goose-glacier-trail-high.md)