# Charming Cactus Lookbooks The Lika Mimika Lookbook Showcases Footwear in the Desert By Vasiliki Marapas | Published 2014-11-14 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lika-mimika References: [c-heads](http://www.c-heads.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/LIKA_MIMIKA_Spring_Summer_2015_Kate_Bellm_30.jpg) & [likamimika](http://www.likamimika.com/) The LIKA MIMIKA lookbook, shot by photographer Kate Bellm, takes place in the middle of the [desert](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rudsak-ss25-collection). The footwear brand is committed to using environmentally friendly materials and practices in every step of the production process, from tanning the leather to manufacturing the soles. Whether you'd rather rock an [espadrille or a loafer](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/call-it-spring-raffia-and-cork) doesn't matter; the quality and comfort spans across each model. In an attempt to describe its product, the LIKA MIMIKA website states, "Lika Mimika embodies the moxie of Brigitte Bardot and the charm of Grace Kelly." Bardot and Kelly are definitely big shoes to fill, but the company does it with ease. The latest lookbook showcases the elegant, simple and luxurious shoes, which are each handcrafted in Spain, against an absolutely stunning [cactus backdrop](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mercer-rerun-sneaker). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.4/10 - Popularity: 76% | Activity: 48% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% 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) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Environmentally Friendly Footwear:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop innovative materials and sustainable production techniques for footwear. - **Handcrafted Luxury Shoes:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Combine traditional craftsmanship with modern design to create high-quality, luxurious shoes. - **Nature-inspired Fashion Shoots:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore creative ways to incorporate natural elements into fashion photography and marketing campaigns. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Footwear Manufacturing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate environmentally friendly practices and materials into the footwear manufacturing process. - **Luxury Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Fuse traditional handcrafting techniques with innovative design concepts in the luxury fashion industry. - **Fashion Photography:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Experiment with nature-inspired backdrops and settings for fashion photography to create impactful visuals. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sleek Monochromatic Footwear Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caramba.md) - [Textured Floral Design Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oasis-society.md) - [Minimalist Travel Sandals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gewls-chiara-sandal.md) - [Versatile Handmade Sandals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handmade-sandals.md) - [Cross-Cultural Footwear Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rahul-mishra.md) - [Coastal Beach-Inspired Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/voile-blanche.md) - [Mossy Stone-Mirrored Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bravest-studio.md) - [Vibrant Accessories Collabs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/4ccccees-x-mietis.md) - [Bohemian Accessory Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/call-it-spring-raffia-and-cork.md)