# Smartphone-Totting Wedges The 'iPhone Mashup Shoe' by Alan Nyguyen Has a Cleverly Attached Holster By Tana Makmanee | Published 2013-05-14 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iphone-mashup-shoe References: [fashionablygeek](http://fashionablygeek.com/shoes/these-3d-printed-shoes-are-also-your-iphone-case/) & [mashable](http://mashable.com/2013/05/10/3d-printed-shoes-have-built-in-iphone-case/) From the creative mind of designer Alan Nyguyen, the [iPhone](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/charm-phone-case) Mashup Shoe combines fashion and modern technology into one unique concept by incorporating a sleek [smartphone case](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-iphone-case) into the wedge of the shoe. Featured during Milan Design Week 2012, these avant-garde shoe designs feature intricate patterns with a minimalist overall appearance, making these wedges seem as if they were from the future. With an embroidered-like wedge pattern and a pleated covering along the top, the iPhone Mashup Shoe is certainly one of the most striking heel designs I have ever seen. What really puts these pumps over-the-top is the attached smartphone holster on the side, allowing fashionistas to strut down the runway while simultaneously carrying their phone by their feet. Combining haute couture and modern technology, designer Alan Nyguyen was able to create something truly inspiring with this iPhone Mashup Shoe concept. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.0/10 - Popularity: 44% | Activity: 39% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - 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 ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Fashion-tech Fusion:** The iPhone Mashup Shoe showcases the trend of combining fashion and modern technology in a unique and innovative way. - **Embedded Holster Design:** The attached smartphone holster on the side of the shoe presents an opportunity for disruptive innovation in wearable technology. - **Avant-garde Footwear:** The intricate patterns and minimalist appearance of the iPhone Mashup Shoe reflect the trend towards avant-garde designs in the fashion industry. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion:** The iPhone Mashup Shoe concept introduces a potential disruptive innovation opportunity for fashion brands to incorporate technology into their designs. - **Technology:** The embedded smartphone holster in the shoe provides an opportunity for tech companies to explore wearable technology and create innovative accessories. - **Design:** The avant-garde and futuristic aesthetics of the iPhone Mashup Shoe offer a chance for designers to push boundaries and create unique footwear concepts. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Bold Sneaker Design Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nothing-cmf.md) - [Playful Custom Tech Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/charm-phone-case.md) - [Smartphone-Controlling Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samsung-shortcut-sneaker.md) - [Knitted Phone Pockets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iphone-pocket.md) - [Clutch Purse Smartphone Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/honor-v-purse.md) - [Sneaker-Inspired Phone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-kick-case.md) - [Japanese Geta-Inspired Phone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bailey-hikawa.md) - [High-End Rugged Smartphone Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iphone-ultra-concept.md) - [Next-Generation Folding Smartphone Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-iphone-fold-concept.md)