# Fierce Midnight Footwear The Jimmy Choo Leopard Loafer Boasts Smooth Suede & Sophisticated Style By Jaime Neely | Published 2011-07-25 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jimmy-choo-leopard-loafer References: [hypebeast](http://hypebeast.com/2011/07/jimmy-choo-leopard-shoes/) & [restir](http://www.restir.com/goods/indexEn.html?ggcd=SLOANE-LPU&cid=20600000) The recently released Jimmy Choo Leopard Loafer marks the brand's first shoe designed specifically for men. The Jimmy Choo Leopard Loafer is covered in a soft, smooth black and gray [leopard print exterior](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samba-sneaker-4). While leopard can come across as bold, this specific colorway is subtle and sophisticated. With black outsoles and [black, patent leather embellishments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/penton-loafer), this loafer is the epitome of class and posh style. With its [low-cut design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ellis-penny-loafers), the Jimmy Choo Leopard Loafer is an ideal footwear option for both formal and casual ensembles. **Implications** - Popular businesses that expand their services to offer a wider range of products to more consumers will likely fare well in today's industry. Consumers will be drawn to a company that does this based on its history for creating high-quality and desirable products. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.7/10 - Popularity: 40% | Activity: 33% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% 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 - **Men's Animal-print Footwear:** As more fashion brands start catering to men's fashion styles and needs, there will be an increase in the production of animal-print footwear for men, creating new market opportunities. - **Low-cut Formal/casual Footwear:** The popularity of low-cut footwear that can be worn for both formal and casual occasions is on the rise, opening up opportunities for companies to innovate with versatile shoe designs. - **Gender-specific Shoe Design:** Designing shoes specifically marketed towards men or women and expanding product lines can draw in new customers and drive growth for fashion companies. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion Retail:** Retailers can focus on adding more gender-specific products to their brands to reach a wider customer base and increase revenue. - **Luxury Footwear:** Creating unique and luxurious animal-print footwear can help luxury footwear brands to differentiate themselves in a competitive market and appeal to a wider audience. - **Casual Wear:** Brands that cater to both formal and casual wear can create versatile product lines that appeal to a wider range of customers and drive growth in the market. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Ultra-Sophisticated Men's Loafers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/loafer-in-ivy.md) - [Cow Print Hybrid Loafers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/loafer-mule.md) - [Hybrid Slip-On Sleek Loafers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mule-loafer.md) - [Luxury Men's Footwear Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luxury-mens-footwear.md) - [Sleek Collaborative Leather Loafers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/duke-dexter3.md) - [Sneaker-Inspired Slip-On Loafers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-jordan-mule-dark-team-red.md) - [Premium Slip-On Loafers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/slide-loafer.md) - [Classically Elegant Sleek Loafers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/allstar-coinloafer.md) - [Animal Patterned Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samba-sneaker-4.md)