# Nostalgic Velcro Platforms Akira's Neon Sandal Heels are an Homage to Nostalgia By Jana Pijak | Published 2015-03-26 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neon-sandal References: [shopakira](http://www.shopakira.com/products/privileged-by-j-c-dossier-helga-lime-blue-platform-sandal-heels.html) Akira's neon sandal heels are part of Privileged by J.C. Dossier's latest shoe line. The [nostalgic platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gt2160-sandal) draw inspiration from styles that reigned in the 90s and are an homage to [Velcro](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hoka-mafate-three2) sandals many of us wore as kids. Blending old and new inspirations, these neon sandal heels are an instant source of attention. The summer shoes blend together bright coral, neon yellow and electric blue hues and are accented with blue and yellow zig zag straps. The sandals are equipped with a Velcro closure making them easy to adjust and are priced at a $122 rate. These shoes look best when paired with a monochromatic outfit, an edgy shirt dress or a jean and t-shirt combo that requires an eyecatching statement piece. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.8/10 - Popularity: 43% | Activity: 34% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/shoes) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Nostalgic Fashion:** Incorporating designs and styles from past decades into modern fashion, creating unique and attention-grabbing pieces. - **Neon Color Accents:** Incorporating bright and bold neon colors into fashion, providing a pop of color and a unique statement piece. - **Velcro Fastenings:** Incorporating velcro as a fastening material in fashion, providing ease of use and a futuristic aesthetic. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion:** Exploring new and innovative designs and materials in the fashion industry, creating attention-grabbing pieces for consumers. - **Footwear:** Incorporating new and innovative designs and materials in the footwear industry, creating comfortable and unique statement pieces for consumers. - **Accessories:** Incorporating new and innovative designs and materials in the accessories industry, creating unique and eye-catching statement pieces to pair with outfits. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Unique Platform-Style Sandals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/platformstyle-sandals.md) - [Sleek T-Strap Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tkees-x-jcrew.md) - [Platform Statement Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/8inch-flipflops.md) - [Velcro-Enclosed Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hal-studios-1.md) - [Roped Collaborative Hybrid Sandals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retropy-sandals.md) - [Coquette Hybrid Sneaker Sandals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gelquantum-360-viii-2.md) - [Pool Slide Heeled Sandals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flipped-flop.md) - [Dynamic Chunky Branded Sandals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adilette-22-xlg.md) - [Neutral Urban Summer Sandals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shinjuku-sandal.md)