# Mexican Blanket Kicks Vans Japan Goes Way Outside the Box with Region-Specific Sneakers By Christina Butty | Published 2009-10-15 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mexican-blanket-kicks-vans-japan References: [highsnobiety](http://www.highsnobiety.com/news/2009/10/13/vans-holiday-2009-mexican-blanket-pack-sk8-hi-slip-on/) & [abc-mart.net](http://www.abc-mart.net/shop/ProductDetail.aspx?sku=4591280001015&CD=F1000182&WKCD=) As part of their Holiday 2009 Collection Vans Japan has released this Mexican Blanket pack. Consisting of a Sk8 Hi and a Slip-On, the shoes are very brightly colored and feature an extensive pattern. I have to hand it to Vans Japan for going where no other shoe brand has gone before, and thinking way outside the box with this idea. For those of you dying to buy these Mexican Blanket kicks, they are available now. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.2/10 - Popularity: 20% | Activity: 69% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - 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 ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Region-specific Sneakers:** Opportunity to create sneakers inspired by specific regions to appeal to niche markets. - **Brightly Colored Shoes:** Potential to design vibrant shoes to stand out in the market. - **Extensive Patterns:** Innovation possibility to incorporate intricate patterns into shoe designs. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Footwear:** Opportunity for shoe brands to explore unique and cultural-inspired designs. - **Fashion:** Potential for fashion brands to incorporate vibrant colors and patterns in their products. - **Retail:** Opportunity for retailers to offer niche and region-specific shoes to attract specific customer segments. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Knitted Crochet Checkerboard Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/knitted-half-cab.md) - [Bejeweled Checkered Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mattias-gollin.md) - [Vibrant Rugged Skate Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vans-varsity-collection.md) - [Multi-Color Skater Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/parra-and-otw.md) - [Knitted Heritage Skate Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/knit-pack.md) - [All-Over Patterned Skate Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anarchy-is-the-key.md) - [Asymmetrical Slip‑on Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/engineered-garments-x-vans.md) - [Asymmetrical Skate Loafers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/billys-x-vans-year-of-the-horse.md) - [Reimagined Skate Classic Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/charms-pack.md)