# Killer Heels III Murderous Shoes By lourdes sanchez bayas | Published 2008-06-18 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/killer-shoes References: [fashionation.wordpress](http://fashionation.wordpress.com/2008/06/15/spotted-a-killer/) I think this is the most terrifying pair of shoes I have seen in my life. The razor thin heels of these [red stilettos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/biscuiteers-and-manolo-blahnik) elevate perfectly perpendicular to the ground like [ballet toes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kiss-boots). But geometrical proportions aside, you'd have to be a very crazy woman to wear these feet-deforming shoes. You'd also need to have murder in your mind to don these contraptions. This is the most terrifying pair of shoes I have seen. Ever. More [killer shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/horrific-crocs) for your viewing pleasure ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.6/10 - Popularity: 90% | Activity: 100% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% 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 ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Extreme Footwear:** The trend towards even more extreme designs in footwear presents opportunities for companies that can innovate both in terms of design and function. - **Sustainable Footwear:** As consumer preferences shift towards environmentally responsible options, sustainable footwear made from eco-friendly materials will disrupt the footwear industry. - **Comfortable Fashion:** As consumers become more health-conscious, the trend towards comfortable footwear that doesn't compromise on style presents opportunities for companies that can deliver on both fronts. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion:** Within the fashion industry, companies that can drive innovation in footwear design, materials, and comfort will remain relevant as the market shifts towards more extreme, sustainable, and comfortable footwear. - **Health and Wellness:** As the trend towards comfortable and health-conscious footwear gains momentum, there will be opportunities for health and wellness companies to partner with or acquire innovative footwear companies. - **Sustainability:** As the trend towards sustainable and eco-friendly options gains steam, companies within the sustainability space may seek to enter the footwear industry or invest in sustainable footwear startups. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Comfort-Forward High Heels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vida-collection.md) - [Dynamic Ultra-High Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/platform-sneaker-1.md) - [Illusory Doll-Like Heels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/illusion-boots.md) - [Platform Statement Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/8inch-flipflops.md) - [Horror Film-Inspired Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/horrific-crocs.md) - [Romanticized Shoe Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mademe-x-dr-martens-1461-quad-shoe.md) - [Eye-Adorned Furry Mules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eyeball-mules.md) - [Bigfoot-Inspired Bizarre Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ninlo.md) - [Balletcore Heeled Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sandy-liang-1.md)