# Sky-High Anime Heels Shop Jeen's Heel-Less Platforms are Whimsical and Daring By Jana Pijak | Published 2015-01-07 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heelless-platform References: [shopjeen](http://www.shopjeen.com/collections/new-accessories/products/starry-illusion-booties) & [shopjeen](http://www.shopjeen.com) If you grew up watching Sailor Moon or other [Japanese anime cartoons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crocs-pokmon), you will love these heel-less platforms from [Shop Jeen](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/in-ha-mood-perfume). The edgy e-retailer is known for styles that push boundaries and appeal to subcultures like [Goths, Ravers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stomp-clog) and Seapunks. These sky-high shoes are no exception and feature a blend of turquoise and star-shaped design details. Shop Jeen's Starry Illusion booties boast a laced-up design that is showcased in hints of pale and rich turquoise. While the shoe itself features a light blue fabric upper, its heel-less platform is displayed in a darker tone. Acting as its focal point, a metallic star element adorns the bottom of the shoe, creating a cosmic detail that will garner attention. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.8/10 - Popularity: 99% | Activity: 98% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## 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 - **Heel-less Platforms:** Opportunity for innovative shoe designs that defy traditional footwear constructions. - **Anime-inspired Fashion:** Potential for unique clothing and accessories that cater to nostalgic anime fans. - **Subculture Fashion:** Space for fashion brands to tap into niche subcultures and offer alternative styles. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion Retail:** Disruptive innovation opportunity to create and sell unconventional fashion pieces through online platforms. - **Footwear Manufacturing:** Possibility to develop new types of shoes that challenge traditional designs and offer distinct aesthetic appeal. - **Anime Merchandise:** Innovative market for merchandise that combines anime elements with fashion-forward designs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Opulent Anime Fashion Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jimmy-choo-x-sailor-moon.md) - [Platform Statement Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/8inch-flipflops.md) - [Dynamic Ultra-High Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/platform-sneaker-1.md) - [Celebrity-Inspired Cartoon Heels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/katy-perry-1.md) - [Cartoon-Honoring High Heels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hello-kitty-heel.md) - [Illusory Doll-Like Heels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/illusion-boots.md) - [Romanticized Shoe Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mademe-x-dr-martens-1461-quad-shoe.md) - [Virtual Heel Try-Ons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heel-try-on.md) - [Balletcore Heeled Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sandy-liang-1.md)