# Animal Footprint Sandals Kiko + Creates Animal Inspired Sandals That Are Fun for All Ages By Jana Pijak | Published 2014-06-19 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kiko References: [en.rocketnews24](http://en.rocketnews24.com/2014/06/19/awesome-japanese-sandals-give-you-the-footprints-of-a-cat-or-t-rex/) & [iseebitarou.ldblog.jp](http://iseebitarou.ldblog.jp/archives/39410074.html) Fashion and toy company [Kiko +](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/levis-x-kiko-kostadinov) recreates traditional Japanese wooden platform sandals and infuses them with animal footprint accents. When worn in the sand, the fun accessories leave the footprint of a dog, gecko and even a t-rex in a trail along the beach. With summer in its prime, [sandals are becoming a go-to](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sandal-designs) show for many who are unable to stand the season's hot and humid temperatures. With this notion in mind, Kiko + creates open-toed footwear with an adorable twist. These [animal-inspired footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kids-cozy-animal-slippers) accessories can be worn by individuals of all ages and are a style kids are guaranteed to love. In addition to dog, gecko and t-rex, the styles also include different species of monkey. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.7/10 - Popularity: 63% | Activity: 39% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - 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 - **Animal-inspired Footwear:** Opportunity for footwear companies to create fun and playful designs inspired by animals. - **Open-toed Sandals:** Potential for innovative designs and materials in the open-toed sandal market. - **Interactive Fashion Accessories:** Space for fashion companies to incorporate interactive elements into their accessories to enhance the user experience. ### Where This Applies - **Footwear:** Footwear companies can explore animal-inspired designs and interactive elements to appeal to a wider consumer base. - **Children's Fashion:** Children's fashion brands can incorporate animal-themed sandals to engage and excite younger customers. - **Beachwear:** Beachwear companies can explore the incorporation of interactive and playful elements into their products to enhance the beach experience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Unique Platform-Style Sandals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/platformstyle-sandals.md) - [Bigfoot-Inspired Bizarre Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ninlo.md) - [Pavement Brick Sandals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unipaver.md) - [Ergonomic Scan-to-Print Sandals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vivobarefoot-vivobiome-tabi-gen-01-sandal.md) - [Creature-Themed Amphibian Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/esenes-worldwide-frog-clogs.md) - [Split-Toe Barefoot Sandals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vivobiome-tabi-gen-01-sandal.md) - [Frog Inspired Clogs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frog-clog.md) - [Summer-Ready Comfortable Sandal Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sandal-designs.md) - [Artistic Floral Footwear Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ohana-hatake.md)