# High Class Kicks The Gucci Icon Sneaker Collection are Toyko-Inspired By Ryan Hinkson | Published 2010-06-08 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gucci-icon-sneaker-collection References: [hypebeast](http://hypebeast.com/2010/06/gucci-icon-temporary-tokyo-exclusive-collection/) & [gucci](http://www.gucci.com/us/us-english/gucci-news/gucci-icon-temporary/) The [Gucci](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gucci-slipon-sneaker) [Icon](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oakley-edge-icon) sneaker collection is being released in conjunction with and to celebrate the opening of the Gucci Icon pop-up store in Tokyo. The Gucci Icon sneaker collection will consist of 14 pairs of shoes. These luxury athletic shoes come in a wide range of colors and materials. The styles vary from high-cut court shoes the [premium leather slip ons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-tie-20). Better get a pair fast, as the Tokyo pop-up location is only a temporary outlet. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.6/10 - Popularity: 90% | Activity: 70% | 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) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Luxury Athletic Shoes:** The trend of luxury athletic shoes presents an opportunity for brands to combine style and function, appealing to consumers looking for high-end footwear for both sports and fashion. - **Pop-up Stores:** The growing popularity of pop-up stores provides a disruptive innovation opportunity for businesses to create unique, temporary retail experiences that generate excitement and exclusivity for their products. - **Limited Edition Collections:** The trend of limited edition collections allows brands to create a sense of urgency and exclusivity, attracting consumers who desire unique and rare products. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion Retail:** The fashion retail industry can leverage the trend of luxury athletic shoes to offer high-end sneakers that cater to fashion-conscious consumers seeking both style and performance. - **Retail Innovation:** Pop-up stores present a disruptive innovation opportunity for the retail industry, allowing brands to create engaging and exclusive shopping experiences that drive customer interest and sales. - **Branded Footwear:** The trend of limited edition collections opens up opportunities for the branded footwear industry to release unique and exclusive shoe collections that appeal to collectors and fashion enthusiasts. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Minimalist Sock-Like Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gucci-slipon-sneaker.md) - [Ballet-Inspired Luxury Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shift-sneaker.md) - [Italian-Made Classic Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adidas-gazelle-indoor.md) - [High-End Sneaker Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/viv-on-the-run.md) - [Collaborative Cartoon Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hello-kitty-hightop-sneakers.md) - [Luxury Leather Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-tie-20.md) - [Maximalist Pop Art Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keiichi-tanaami.md) - [Luxe Leather-Lined Plaid Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/terrace-sneaker.md) - [Luxurious Spring-Ready Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/box-sneaker.md)