# Paint-Splattered Kicks Martin Margiela Paint Sneakers Are the Cleanest Dirty Shoes Ever By Brian G Randles | Published 2010-02-23 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/martin-margiela-paint-sneaker References: [highsnobiety](http://www.highsnobiety.com/news/2010/02/22/martin-margiela-paint-sneaker/) & [aloharag](http://www.aloharag.com/highseas/product.asp?s_id=0&dept_id=4618&pf_id=PAGPABGOABMKHFIB) Today we feature a beige shoe covered in white paint. Why is this awesome? Well, because the words Martin Margiela precede the ever so clean dirty shoes. The low top German army-inspired [Martin Margiela Paint Sneaker](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maison-margiela-x-christian-louboutin) is leather, [made in Italy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adidas-gazelle-indoor) and, oh yeah, will cost you around $435 to bless your feet with them. For the serious shoe addicts, check out more pictures of the [paint-covered kicks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/otw-by-vans-line) above. **Implications** - Products that stick to conventional production methods are no longer sought after by consumers. Creating an item through an experimental way will attract modern-day shoppers who seek the most cutting-edge styles. Companies could incorporate more unconventional aesthetics into their products to garner more attention. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.8/10 - Popularity: 34% | Activity: 43% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Experimental Aesthetics:** Incorporating unconventional aesthetics into products can attract modern-day shoppers who seek the most cutting-edge styles. - **Unique Manufacturing Methods:** Products created through experimental production methods can capture the attention of consumers seeking innovative items. - **Unconventional Product Designs:** Companies could benefit from incorporating unconventional design elements into their products to appeal to trend-seeking consumers. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can explore experimental aesthetics to create unique and cutting-edge designs. - **Footwear:** Incorporating unconventional manufacturing methods into the footwear industry can lead to the creation of innovative and desirable products. - **Consumer Goods:** Companies in the consumer goods industry can leverage unconventional product designs to capture the attention of trend-seeking consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Distressed Canvas Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/loved-to-death.md) - [Faux Dirty Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-force-1-low-dirty-triple-white.md) - [Super-Flat Luxurious Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sprinters.md) - [Bold Collaborative Fashion Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sprinters-collection.md) - [Pre-Worn Paint-Splattered Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-plus-5.md) - [Limited Reflective Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tabi-broken-mirror.md) - [Artistic Naturally Dyed Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3sixteen-x-saucony-peregrine-15-gesso.md) - [Stealthy Luxe Sneaker Collaborations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xalp-shoe.md) - [Collaborative Footwear Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maison-margiela-x-christian-louboutin.md)