# Lighter-Shaped Heels Vetements Created a Flashy Pair of Metallic Purple Ankle Boots By Madison Mackay | Published 2018-01-29 | Luxury Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/metallic-purple-ankle-boots References: [hypebae](https://hypebae.com/2018/1/vetements-lighter-heel-ankle-boots-metallic-purple) & [brownsfashion](https://www.brownsfashion.com/uk/shopping/95-lighter-heel-ankle-boots-12662041) High-end fashion brand Vetements created a new pair of metallic purple ankle boots. Made with 100 percent high-quality leather, these new boots feature a round toe and a purple zipper on the inside. The heel is shaped after a lighter, giving these boots an artistic and fun twist on the classic boot and is made to make any outfit runway-ready. Inspired by the phrase "this girl is on fire," these [luxurious shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/timberland-waterproof-luxe-boot) are set to make anyone feel like sparks are flying with every step. Made exclusively in Italy, these comfortable leather shoes retail for almost $1,000, and will bring a pop of excitement to any outfit. These new metallic purple ankle boots by Vetements are available now for a [limited time](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kiki-boot), as a remake to the brand's classic 'inaugural collection.' ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.5/10 - Popularity: 4% | Activity: 2% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Luxury](https://www.trendhunter.com/luxury) > [Luxury Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/luxuryfashion) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Metallic Footwear:** The trend of metallic footwear presents opportunities for innovative designs that combine style and artistry. - **Lighter-inspired Heels:** Designing heels inspired by unconventional objects like lighters creates disruptive innovation opportunities within the fashion industry. - **Luxury Remakes:** The trend of creating luxury remakes of popular products opens up opportunities for designers to add unique twists and creativity to classic designs. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can explore and capitalize on the trend of metallic footwear to create unique, eye-catching designs. - **Shoe Manufacturing:** Shoe manufacturers can embrace the trend of designing heels inspired by unconventional objects like lighters as it allows for the creation of innovative and distinctive footwear. - **Luxury Retail:** The luxury retail industry can leverage the trend of luxury remakes to provide customers with exclusive and artistic pieces that elevate their fashion choices. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Metallic-Adorned Rugged Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/veneda-carter-4.md) - [Luxe Burgundy Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pascal-love-letter-boot.md) - [Stiletto Knee-High Suede Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anatomic-slipon-suede-boots.md) - [Bird Feather-Inspired Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kiss-boots.md) - [Elevated Industrial Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rick-owens-x-dr-martens.md) - [Limited Reflective Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tabi-broken-mirror.md) - [Blockish Tread-Covered Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mschf-24-boot.md) - [Luxury Sneaker-Like Snow Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/louis-vuitton-lv-trainer-snow-boot.md) - [Romanticized Shoe Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mademe-x-dr-martens-1461-quad-shoe.md)