# Brazen Print Kicks The Marimekko x Converse 2013 S/S Sneaker Collection is Bold By Katie Pagnotta | Published 2013-02-22 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marimekko-x-converse-2013 References: [highsnobette](http://www.highsnobette.com/news/2013/02/21/marimekko-x-converse/) & [converse](http://www.converse.com/content/2293.html) The [Marimekko](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crocs-and-marimekko) x Converse 2013 Spring/Summer sneaker collection boasts custom Marimekko designed prints by Maija Isola and Maija Louekari on [classic Chuck Taylor high-tops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chuck-taylor-2). The collection comes in a full range of brazen colors and patterns. There is a wild option calling your name. [Marimekko has partnered with Converse](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cocacola-converse) in the past and each exclusive series has been a success. The duo have kept the momentum rolling with this stunning new edition of kicks. The stylish series features a bright blue pineapple version, a vibrant yellow graphic print pair and a sick monochrome dot option. These sneakers will make a splash and make sure you stand out on the streets. The Marimekko x Converse 2013 sneaker collection is daring, dope and shows off custom craftsmanship. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.8/10 - Popularity: 86% | Activity: 81% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Asia ## 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 - **Custom Print Sneakers:** The trend of custom printed sneakers offers opportunities for disruptive innovation in digital textile printing and personalized fashion. - **Collaborative Fashion Collections:** This trend of fashion companies partnering with innovative designers and artists presents opportunities for cross-industry collaboration and creating unique, limited-edition products. - **Bold Color and Pattern Fashion:** Bold and colorful patterns in fashion are increasingly popular, presenting opportunities for creative design and innovative use of textiles and materials. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion and Apparel:** The fashion industry can take advantage of the trend of custom print sneakers and bold color and pattern fashion to offer personalized, creative products. - **Textile Printing:** The trend of custom print sneakers offers opportunities for disruptive innovation in digital textile printing technology. - **Art and Design:** Collaborative fashion collections allow artists and designers to showcase their work in a new context and reach broader audiences through fashion collaborations. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Joyfully Patterned Collaborative Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crocs-and-marimekko.md) - [Custom Party Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/converse-and-charli-xcx.md) - [Spring-Ready Textural Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stssy-and-converse.md) - [Canvas Co-Branded Hi-Top Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chuck-taylor-2.md) - [Singer-Designed Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/custom-chuck-taylor-all-star-charli-xcx-by-you.md) - [Japanese Artwork Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/converse-allstar.md) - [Romantic Seasonal Sneaker Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/converse-chucks-in-love.md) - [Villainess-Inspired High Tops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/poppy-pink.md) - [Artist-Inspired Printed Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tyler-the-creator.md)