# Carnivorous Plant-Inspired Shoes The Kyrie 1 Flytrap is Inspired By Venus Flytraps' Lethal Speed By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2015-02-23 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kyrie-1-flytrap References: [realtytoday](http://www.realtytoday.com/articles/10690/20150223/kyrie-1-flytrap-release-date-price-where-buy.htm) & [news.nike](http://news.nike.com/news/nike-captures-what-it-means-to-be-deceptively-quick-in-the-kyrie-1-fly-trap) Nike has long been very creative in dreaming up new basketball shoes for its superstar endorsees, but it show's that there's no limit to its creativity with the Kyrie 1 Flytrap, a basketball shoe that is inspired by a plant. Not any regular, boring garden plant but the venus flytrap, a [carnivorous plant](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kype-pro-limited-edition) that lies in wait before snatching up unsuspecting insects in brutal fashion. The Kyrie 1 Flytrap emphasizes the parallels between the deadly plant and Cleveland Cavaliers All-Star Kyrie Irving. The point guard freezes opponents with his [incredible ball handling](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/basketball-sneaker-1), before striking with deceptive speed and brutal precision. The Kyrie 1 Flytrap is a fantastic example of how creative, out-of-the-box thinking can yield products that are appealing without appearing to try too hard. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.9/10 - Popularity: 66% | Activity: 43% | 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 - **Creative Basketball Shoes:** Nike's Kyrie 1 Flytrap demonstrates the potential for creating basketball shoes inspired by unexpected sources, such as carnivorous plants. - **Nature-inspired Design:** The use of the venus flytrap as inspiration for the Kyrie 1 Flytrap highlights the growing trend of incorporating natural elements into product design. - **Athlete-centric Endorsements:** The collaboration between Nike and Kyrie Irving showcases the trend of developing athlete-centered footwear that reflects their unique skills and personalities. ### Where This Applies - **Sports Apparel:** The success of the Kyrie 1 Flytrap suggests opportunities for sports apparel companies to explore innovative designs and materials inspired by nature. - **Footwear Manufacturing:** The design and concept of the Kyrie 1 Flytrap presents opportunities for footwear manufacturers to create unique and eye-catching products that appeal to consumers. - **Product Endorsements:** The partnership between Nike and Kyrie Irving demonstrates the potential for brands to create successful collaborations with athletes to drive product sales and brand recognition. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Agile Eye-Catching Basketball Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anta-kai-1.md) - [Athlete-Approved Performance Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kai3-performance-shoe.md) - [Compact glow-in Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kai-2-white-phantom.md) - [Textured Seasonal Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leaf-camo.md) - [Villain-Inspired Futuristic Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-flightposite.md) - [Bulbous Dynamic Knitted Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-flyknit-venture.md) - [Basketball-Shaped Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-baller.md) - [Performance-Focused Basketball Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gt-cut-3.md) - [New Year-Inspired Basketball Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/year-of-the-dragon-colorway.md)