# Sharp Studded Sneakers The Converse and John Varvatos Heavy Metal High Tops are Rock and Roll By Peter Vallas | Published 2011-03-21 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/john-varvatos-heavy-metal References: [sidewalkhustle](http://sidewalkhustle.com/fashion/converse-x-john-varvatos-heavy-metal-high-tops/) & [johnvarvatos](http://www.johnvarvatos.com/) Iconic shoe maker [Converse](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/converse-x-swarovski-chuck-70-de-luxe-squared) has teamed up with fashion designer [John Varvatos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/john-deer) once again to create a pair of hardcore kicks. The Converse & John Varvatos Heavy Metal High Tops take the classic Chuck Taylors and throw them the [rock concert](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dr-martens-x-metallica) your parents never wanted you going to when you were a kid. The Converse & John Varvatos Heavy Metal High Tops feature a waxed can­vas exte­rior with a serious amount of steel studs around the ankles and around the stitching of the shoe. This isn't the first time the two companies have collaborated on a shoe, and the end result is nothing short of high expectations. The Converse & John Varvatos Heavy Metal High Tops are probably the most hardcore pair of Chucks you could get your hands on. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.6/10 - Popularity: 61% | Activity: 68% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% 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 - **Sharp Studded Sneakers:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Designing sneakers with studded exteriors for a more edgy and rebellious look. - **Collaborative Fashion Partnerships:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Collaborating with renowned designers to create unique and high-expectation products. - **Retro Reimagined:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Revamping classic shoe designs with modern and unconventional elements. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporating edgy and unconventional elements into mainstream fashion products. - **Footwear:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Reinventing the traditional sneaker design with added embellishments and unique collaborations. - **Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Exploring new materials and aesthetics to create innovative and eye-catching shoe designs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Dazzling Crystal-Covered Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/converse-x-swarovski-chuck-70-de-luxe-squared.md) - [Singer-Designed Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/custom-chuck-taylor-all-star-charli-xcx-by-you.md) - [Crystal-Encrusted Collaborative Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chuck-70-low-and-hi.md) - [Reptile-Pattern Sleek Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chuck-70s-1.md) - [TV-Inspired Classic Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stranger-things-converse.md) - [Canvas Co-Branded Hi-Top Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chuck-taylor-2.md) - [Custom Party Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/converse-and-charli-xcx.md) - [Collaborative Wedged Sneaker Heels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chuck-70-wedge.md) - [Spring-Ready Textural Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stssy-and-converse.md)