# Masculinely Feminine Dress Shoes Polish Up Your Wardrobe With a Pair of Grenson Shoes By Ariel Weber | Published 2013-01-18 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grenson-shoes References: [highsnobette](http://www.highsnobette.com/news/2013/01/17/grenson-womens-springsummer-2013/) & [grenson](http://www.grenson.co.uk/en_us/shop?cat=15&limit=all) Taking inspiration from silhouettes typically seen in men's footwear, the Grenson Spring 2013 womenswear line are made up of finely tailored varieties. Each shoe of the collection keeps the classics, which the company has become so well-known for, but gives it a modern and updated flare. Each shoe is made in fine leathers and [suede](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crockett-jones2) in browns and beige color variations. Oxford, loafers, cap toe and [Chelsea](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tricker) boot styles are highlighted, which demonstrates that men aren't the only ones who can pull off a dapper pair of dress shoes. Some of the interesting details include eyelets, which give it a more [western flair](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/out-west-collection) as well as two-toned colorways. Though the silhouettes are predominantly inspired by men's dress shoes, the intricate details give Grimson shoes a much more feminine touch. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.8/10 - Popularity: 47% | Activity: 28% | 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) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/shoes) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Masculinely Feminine Footwear:** The Grenson Spring 2013 womenswear line combines traditionally masculine silhouettes with feminine details, creating an opportunity for disruptive innovation in the footwear industry. - **Modernized Classic Shoes:** Grenson's collection updates classic shoe styles with modern flares, presenting a disruptive innovation opportunity in the fashion industry. - **Gender-neutral Dress Shoes:** By showcasing that women can rock dapper dress shoes too, Grenson opens up opportunities for disruptive innovation in the gender-neutral fashion market. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Footwear:** The Grenson Spring 2013 womenswear line introduces a new design approach for footwear, creating opportunities for disruptive innovation in the shoe industry. - **Fashion:** Grenson's modernized classic shoes offer a fresh perspective in the fashion industry, presenting opportunities for disruptive innovation in the way we perceive and style dress shoes. - **Gender-neutral Fashion:** Grenson's masculine-feminine dress shoes challenge traditional gender norms in the fashion industry, opening up opportunities for disruptive innovation in the gender-neutral fashion market. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Waterproof Luxurious Dress Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wingtip-gxb.md) - [Comfort-Centric Ultra-Stylish Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultrastylish-footwear.md) - [Reimagined Classic Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sandro-x-clarks-originals.md) - [Comfortable Spring-Forward Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clarks-offers-spring-comfort.md) - [Textured Floral Design Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oasis-society.md) - [Seasonally Appropriate Footwear Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/petals-pearls.md) - [Modern Sophisticated Footwear Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flex-oxford-collection.md) - [Platform Patterned Loafer Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/linoso-monk.md) - [Fusion Sporty Loafer Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ganni-x-new-balance-1906l.md)