# Leopard Print Sailing Kicks The Hockney SF-Folk Deck Shoes Makes Boating Exotic By Robyn Currie | Published 2009-11-14 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hockney-sf-folk-deck-shoes References: [freshnessmag](http://www.freshnessmag.com/2009/11/14/visvim-hockney-sf-folk-deck-shoes/) & [visvim](http://www.visvim.tv) Most deck shoes are boring with their [nautical designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/timberland-x-jacquemus-la-bateau). And it doesn't help that they're worn by jerks who think that because they own a boat they're better than you. Well, the Hockney SF-Folk Deck Shoes are deck shoes, but with a rad twist. Here’s the twist: they are made in a spectacular [leopard print](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samba-sneaker-4). And not just in one, but in two tones: light or dark brown. And the upper is made out of supple lambskin. Unfortunately the Hockney SF-Folk Deck Shoes are only available in Japan. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.0/10 - Popularity: 29% | Activity: 53% | 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Leopard Print Footwear:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design and produce trendy footwear with animal print patterns to appeal to fashion-forward consumers. - **Deck Shoes with a Twist:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create deck shoes with unique and unconventional designs to stand out in the market and attract a younger customer base. - **Lambskin Material in Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the use of luxurious and sustainable materials like lambskin in the fashion industry to cater to consumers looking for elevated and ethical fashion choices. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Footwear:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introduce innovative and trendy footwear options to capture the attention of fashion-conscious consumers. - **Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Revolutionize the fashion industry by incorporating unconventional designs and luxurious materials to create unique and sustainable products. - **Retail:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Disrupt the retail industry by offering exclusive and limited edition products that create hype and demand among consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Dark Tonal Preppy Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fuzzy-boat-shoe.md) - [Classic Summer-Ready Boatshoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/la-bateau.md) - [Reimagined Lugged Boat Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handsewn-boat-shoe.md) - [Pre-Washed Leather Classic Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/authentic-original-boat-show.md) - [Clog-Like Boat Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crocs-islander-pitcrew.md) - [Vintage Elegant Collaborative Loafers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dockside-portland.md) - [Slip-Resistant Seafarer Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lacrosse-alpha-deck-boot.md) - [Formal Skate Boat Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vans-2-eyelet.md) - [Collaborative American-France Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/timberland-x-jacquemus-la-bateau.md)