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# Furry Leopard-Print Footwear
The Half Zip Leopard Sneakers by Mihara Yasuhiro and Chapel of Dawn

By Francis Tiangson | Published 2011-03-04 | Fashion
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mihara-yasuhiro-and-chapel-of-dawn
References: [highsnobiety](http://www.highsnobiety.com/news/2011/03/01/mihara-yasuhiro-x-chapel-of-dawn-half-zip-leopard-sneakers) & [think-silly](http://think-silly.com/2011/03/01/mihara-yasuhiro-&#215-chapel-of-dawn/)

Mihara Yasuhiro and Chapel of Dawn have collaborated to create two pairs of Half Zip Leopard Sneakers. These wickedly wild shoes will have people going crazy with jungle fever.

Both pairs feature [horse hair wrapped around the back](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brain-dead-x-adidas-forest-hills), which creates a furry, animalistic look. The front half of the shoe is covered in a toweling material and given a [tie-dye leopard-print effect](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samba-lt-1). These Mihara Yasuhiro and Chapel of Dawn collaboration shoes are designed for the adventurous soul. Flashy kicks like these would only look good on those truly confident and comfortable in exploring wild fashion.

You would definitely be making a loud fashion statement with either pair. Mihara Yasuhiro and Chapel of Dawn definitely know how to make [eye-catching footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/instapump-fury-5).

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 1.7/10
- Popularity: 4% | Activity: 40% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women
- Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial
- Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### What's Driving This Trend

- **Animalistic Footwear:** Opportunity for brands to create bold and eccentric shoe designs using animal-inspired elements.
- **Tie-dye Fashion:** Chance to incorporate tie-dye patterns into various fashion pieces, adding a vibrant and playful touch.
- **Collaborative Fashion:** Potential for brands to collaborate and create unique and attention-grabbing fashion products.

### Who This Affects Most

- **Fashion:** Fashion brands and designers can experiment with animalistic footwear designs to cater to a daring consumer base.
- **Textile:** Opportunity for textile manufacturers to develop innovative materials with tie-dye effects for incorporation into various fashion items.
- **Retail:** Chance for retailers to showcase and sell collaborative fashion products that appeal to fashion-forward consumers.

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