# Taxidermy Footwear Iris Schieferstein's 'Temptation' Shoes are Dead Bird Heels By Allison Love | Published 2010-07-05 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iris-schieferstein-temptation References: [cakeheadlovesevil.wordpress](http://cakeheadlovesevil.wordpress.com/2010/07/04/21408/) & [froschportmann](http://www.froschportmann.com/IS_Temptation.html) The newest Iris Schieferstein 'Temptation' heels are rather unique as they take white pigeons and stuff them into heel adornments. Like her [horse-hoofed gun heels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ninlo), Schieferstein is known for making some pretty [unusual footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/john-fluevog). These bird heels are no exception. The Iris Schieferstein Temptation heels would be quite the fashion statement to wear to a nice summer wedding, however, I'm quite sure they would take most of the attention away from the bride. Regardless, these heels are definitely a [bold fashion stance](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/8inch-flipflops). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.6/10 - Popularity: 66% | Activity: 93% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% 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 - **Taxidermy Fashion:** The taxidermy fashion trend can be seen as an opportunity for those in the fashion industry who want to push boundaries and create unique, attention-grabbing designs. - **Animal-inspired Footwear:** Designers can capitalize on the trend of animal-inspired footwear by creating innovative, cruelty-free designs that capture the essence of different animals. - **Sustainable Taxidermy:** As taxidermy gains popularity, the industry has the opportunity to transition towards sustainable practices that prioritize animal welfare and reduce environmental impact. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion:** The fashion industry has the opportunity to incorporate taxidermy and animal-inspired footwear into their designs to stand out and push boundaries. - **Animal Welfare:** As taxidermy gains popularity, there is also an opportunity for animal welfare organizations to educate the public on responsible and ethical practices. - **Sustainable Manufacturing:** As the taxidermy industry grows, there is an opportunity for manufacturers to develop sustainable practices that prioritize animal welfare and reduce environmental impact. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Eye-Adorned Furry Mules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eyeball-mules.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) - [Beweled Fashion Forward Clogs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/simone-rocha-2.md) - [Frog Inspired Clogs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frog-clog.md) - [Pool Slide Heeled Sandals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flipped-flop.md) - [Randomness-Inspired Designer Footwear Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beauty-in-chaos.md) - [Gritty Rodent-Inspired Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ratboot.md) - [Celebrity-Inspired Cartoon Heels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/katy-perry-1.md)