# Comfortably Fierce Kicks The Keds x Neiman Marcus Sneakers Feature Leopard Print By Leslie Chen | Published 2011-08-10 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keds-x-neiman-marcus References: [highsnobette](http://www.highsnobette.com/news/2011/08/10/keds-x-neiman-marcus/) & [style](http://www.style.com/stylefile/2011/08/on-our-radar-neiman-marcus-x-keds/) Although the [Keds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keds-x-monster-high) brand is usually associated with no-fuss footwear, this new pair of Keds x Neiman Marcus kicks adds some glamor to the easy breezy [slip-ons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/calm-mule-1). These new shoes are perfect for those who love the comfort of no laces but at the same time don't want to sacrifice style. With the Keds x Neiman Marcus shoes, you'll never need to look for another pair of shoes again. Slip on these kicks and your feet will be thanking you every step of the way. **Implications** - Consumers are no longer just looking for style. Products that feature both [aesthetics and comfort](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cole-haan-comfortable) appeal to shoppers who don't want to sacrifice either one. Companies attempting to increase their popularity on the market could develop more of their designs with these elements in mind. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.5/10 - Popularity: 17% | Activity: 50% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, 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 ### What's Driving This Trend - **Aesthetic Comfort:** Companies can capitalize on the trend of products that offer both style and comfort by designing aesthetically pleasing and comfortable footwear. - **No-fuss Glamor:** The combination of no-lace slip-ons and glamorous design creates an opportunity for companies to innovate and create stylish yet easy-to-wear footwear. - **Versatile Slip-ons:** The demand for slip-on shoes that provide both comfort and style presents an opportunity for companies to develop versatile slip-on designs that cater to consumer needs. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion Retail:** Fashion retailers can leverage the trend of products combining style and comfort by offering a variety of aesthetically pleasing and comfortable footwear options to attract customers. - **Footwear Manufacturing:** The demand for stylish and comfortable footwear opens up opportunities for footwear manufacturers to develop innovative slip-on designs that cater to consumer preferences. - **E-commerce:** E-commerce platforms can benefit from the trend of products that offer both aesthetics and comfort by featuring a wide range of fashionable and comfortable footwear options for online shoppers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Comfort-Centric Ultra-Stylish Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultrastylish-footwear.md) - [Athletic Shoe Adornments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lace-pearls.md) - [Sport-Infused Shoe Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/june-ambrose-x-naturalizer.md) - [Spooky Back-to-School Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keds-x-monster-high.md) - [Comfort-Focused Fashion Slides](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gen-n-project.md) - [Stylish Utility Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jasper-sneaker.md) - [Comfort-Focused Hands-Free Slip-In Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/slipin-shoes.md) - [Comfortable Spring-Forward Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clarks-offers-spring-comfort.md) - [Comfortable High-Heeled Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/highheeled-sneaker.md)