# Exclusive Platform Sneakers JW Anderson and Converse Teamed Up for a Boldly Designed Pair of Shoes By Riley von Niessen | Published 2019-01-08 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jw-anderson-and-converse References: [hypebae](https://hypebae.com/2019/1/jw-anderson-converse-ss19-run-star-hike-white) & [jwanderson](https://www.jwanderson.com/gb/sets/converse) Famed designer label and iconic footwear maker [JW Anderson](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/michael-clark) and [Converse](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chuck-taylor-2) recently collaborated to come up with a pair of sneakers that feature elaborate platform soles, which are accented with hints of color and jagged texturing along the outsoles. Countering the boldly designed platforms that are at the focus of the sneakers are a set of a minimalist uppers, which make use of Converse's classic [Chuck Taylor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chuck-70-low-and-hi) look, including the All Star branding that's featured on the sides of the ankles. The white canvas is complemented with matching laces, while hints of black mark the branding, as well as the rubber inclusions at the tops of the platforms. The JW Anderson and Converse sneakers will be available online starting January 16th, with limited quantities available. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.1/10 - Popularity: 80% | Activity: 94% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Platform Sneakers:** The design trend of platform sneakers is growing in popularity and offers opportunities to explore new materials and textures. - **Collaborations:** Collaborations between high-end fashion brands and established footwear manufacturers can offer disruptive opportunities to create unique products that appeal to a wider audience. - **Minimalist Design:** Minimalist sneaker designs are in vogue and offer opportunities to focus on subtle yet striking details that make the shoes stand out. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can take advantage of the growing trend of platform sneakers to create new lines of shoes that appeal to a wider audience. - **Footwear:** The footwear industry can explore new materials and textures to design and manufacture platform sneakers that are not only stylish but also comfortable and versatile. - **E-commerce:** E-commerce retailers can leverage collaborations between high-end fashion brands and established footwear manufacturers to offer their customers unique and exclusive products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Canvas Co-Branded Hi-Top Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chuck-taylor-2.md) - [Collaborative Wedged Sneaker Heels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chuck-70-wedge.md) - [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) - [Distressed Sneaker Collaborations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/feng-chen-wang-and-converse.md) - [Minimal Hybrid Sneaker Loafers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sneaker-loafer.md) - [Spring-Ready Textural Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stssy-and-converse.md) - [Technical Platform Slip-On Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/slipon-platform.md) - [Deconstructed Canvas Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adererror.md)