# Cosmically Exotic Sandals The Havaianas Mara Hoffman 2014 Collection is Full of Vibrant Colors By Megan Facciuolo | Published 2014-04-08 | Updated 2014-04-10 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/havaianas-mara-hoffman-2014 References: [nitrolicious](http://nitrolicious.com/2014/04/07/havaianas-mara-hoffman/) & [us.havaianas](http://us.havaianas.com/women-sandals/mara-hoffman.html?source=pjn&subid=73861) Famous swimwear designer Mara Hoffman has teamed up with the [Havaianas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maximalist-summer-flipflops) flip-flop makers to design the 'Havaianas Mara Hoffman 2014' collection. The collection only contains four flip-flops, but you will want to scoop up every pair. The tropical spirit of Havaianas is mixed in with the swimwear designer's love for cosmic mythology and mystical patterns. They boast vibrant and eclectic patterns that will immediately grab your attention. Each of the four [limited-edition sandals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reef-x-ebony-beach-club) is finished with a cosmic moon or star pin on the thong strap. Havaianas has teamed up with designers in the past, like Missoni, to create some [bold beach footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hysteric-glamour-and-crocs), but the Havaianas Mara Hoffman 2014 collection exceeds anything you may have seen before. It is bold, stylish and perfect for the summer season. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.6/10 - Popularity: 85% | Activity: 45% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/shoes) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Collaborative Fashion Collections:** Designer collaborations give companies opportunities to offer unique products and expand their customer base. - **Cosmic-inspired Fashion:** Incorporating elements of the celestial universe in fashion products can attract consumers interested in otherworldly themes and designs. - **Limited Edition Product Offerings:** Creating limited edition collections or products generates buzz and promotes exclusivity, driving demand for these items. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion & Apparel:** Designers and companies in the fashion and apparel industry can benefit from collaborations, unique designs, and limited-edition products that promote exclusivity and generate demand. - **Footwear:** Collaborations between footwear brands and designers can help create unique products that appeal to consumers interested in fashion and style, allowing companies to differentiate themselves from competitors. - **Accessories:** Collaborating with designers to create limited edition accessories can generate buzz and attract consumers looking for unique, one-of-a-kind items. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Floral Flip Flop Collabs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/loveshackfancy-x-havaianas.md) - [Maximalist Summer Flip-Flops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maximalist-summer-flipflops.md) - [3d-Printed Collab Flip Flops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3dprinted-flipflops.md) - [Ergonomic 3D-Printed Sandals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3dprinted-flip-flops.md) - [Joyfully Patterned Collaborative Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crocs-and-marimekko.md) - [Functional Mermaid-Inspired Sandals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/z1-design.md) - [Woven Sandal Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/woven-sandals.md) - [Sleek T-Strap Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tkees-x-jcrew.md) - [Artistic Floral Footwear Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ohana-hatake.md)