# Sling-Back Heels These Kobi Levi Slingshot Shoes are Strikingly Fierce By Summer Luu | Published 2010-10-14 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kobi-levi-slingshot-shoes References: [highsnobette](http://www.highsnobette.com/news/2010/10/12/kobi-levi-shoes-as-art/) & [kobilevidesign.blogspot](http://www.kobilevidesign.blogspot.com/) These Kobi Levi Slingshot Shoes are definitely just as impressive as this designer's other [amazing pumps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vida-collection). As the name suggests, the back of these heels look exactly like a slingshot, armed and ready to pelt stones. The assaulting elastic of the slingshot is cleverly used as the straps for the front of the foot. Although these heels may resemble weapons, they are still definitely a [graceful pair](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vicki-collection), perfect for any outing. **Implications** - And in a day and age where the Internet has made it possible for fashionistas across the globe to purchase products that are immediately distinguishable, the Kolb Levi Slingshot Shoes stands as one of the most effective ways a consumer can make a personal statement with their footwear. Avant-garde and edgy, the slingshot shoes would the perfect gift for that special [fashion-forward friend](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/simone-rocha-2). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.2/10 - Popularity: 86% | Activity: 93% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% 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 ### What's Driving This Trend - **Avant-garde Footwear:** Opportunity for designers to create unique and daring shoe designs, making a bold fashion statement. - **Online Personalization:** Opportunity for online retailers to offer customizable and distinctive products that cater to individual style preferences. - **Edgy Fashion Accessories:** Opportunity for fashion brands to create unconventional accessories that showcase creativity and individuality. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity in creating avant-garde shoe designs that push the boundaries of fashion. - **E-commerce:** Disruptive innovation opportunity in offering personalized and distinctive products online, catering to the unique tastes of consumers. - **Accessory Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity in designing edgy fashion accessories that stand out and make a statement. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Pool Slide Heeled Sandals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flipped-flop.md) - [Balletcore Heeled Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sandy-liang-1.md) - [Eye-Adorned Furry Mules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eyeball-mules.md) - [Comfortable Hybrid Heels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sneex.md) - [Comfort-Focused Hands-Free Slip-In Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/slipin-shoes.md) - [Dynamic Ultra-High Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/platform-sneaker-1.md) - [Unique Footwear Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/john-fluevog.md) - [Comfort-Forward High Heels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vida-collection.md) - [Unique Platform-Style Sandals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/platformstyle-sandals.md)