# Patent Leather Sneakers The Jeffrey Kalinsky Keds Collaboration is Eighties Glam By Tiana Reid | Published 2010-08-25 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jeffrey-kalinsky-keds References: [style](http://www.style.com/stylefile/2010/08/patent-appeal/) & [jeffreynewyork](http://www.jeffreynewyork.com/) The Jeffrey Kalinsky [Keds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keds-x-monster-high) collaboration brings some eighties glam to the traditional sneaker. Made with [patent leather](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/field-general-82-2), these kicks are available in black, white, red and a navy blue, all with the traditional Keds laces that you know and love. If you're looking to pump up your everyday jeans and t-shirt ensemble with a little pop, the Jeffrey Kalinsky Keds sneakers will certainly do the trick -- and give you a little shine while you're at it. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.2/10 - Popularity: 17% | Activity: 42% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe ## 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 - **Patent Leather Footwear:** Opportunity to integrate patent leather materials into other types of footwear, such as dress shoes or boots, for a unique and modern look. - **Retro-inspired Sneakers:** Opportunity to collaborate with fashion designers to create modernized versions of classic sneakers, catering to the growing trend of nostalgia in fashion. - **Sneaker-heel Hybrids:** Opportunity to create sneaker-heel hybrid designs, offering consumers a comfortable and stylish alternative to traditional high heels. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can incorporate new materials and colors into their designs, building upon existing trends to create unique products. - **Athletic Footwear:** The athletic footwear industry can draw inspiration from retro styles and innovate with modern technology, offering consumers both style and performance. - **Footwear Accessories:** The footwear accessories industry can expand their offerings to include patent leather laces and other unique embellishments, catering to consumers looking to customize their sneakers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Patent Leather Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/patent-leather-update.md) - [Patent Leather Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/patent-leather-pack.md) - [Patent Leather Colorblocking Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/550-sneaker-pack.md) - [Sleek T-Strap Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tkees-x-jcrew.md) - [Kiss-Covered Collaboration Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vaquera-x-nike-air-max-dn8.md) - [Minimal Collaborative Leather Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jeremy-scott-and-adidas.md) - [Dynamic Collaborative Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clot-superstar.md) - [Black Patent Stealthy Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/field-general-82-2.md) - [Shiny Collaborative Leather Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miu-miu-nb-530.md)