# Geisha Street Sneaks The Nike Air Royalty Kimono Brings the Far East Back to the Streets By Michael Hines | Published 2010-07-12 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-air-royalty-kimono References: [highsnobiety](http://www.highsnobiety.com/news/2010/07/09/nike-sportswear-air-royalty-hi-kimono/) & [shelta.eu](http://www.shelta.eu/products/brand/nike-sportswear/nike-sportswear-womens-air-royalty-hi-386169-004) Get back in touch with your Japanese roots with the [Nike](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-rk61) Air Royalty Kimono. This [high top](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/updated-air-rift) has a gray colorway with [kimono print](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sakura-sneaker) splashed throughout. If you are a geisha in need of some traditional, yet contemporary, footwear, then the Nike Air Royalty Kimono is for you. I am neither a geisha nor a person from the far east but I could still see myself in these. The kimono goes surprisingly well with the gunmetal gray background. I'd turn Japanese for these shoes. I really think so. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.3/10 - Popularity: 4% | Activity: 27% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial - 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 ### What's Driving This Trend - **Kimono-inspired Footwear:** Opportunity to create a line of sneakers featuring traditional kimono prints, blending cultural heritage with contemporary style. - **Asian-inspired Streetwear:** Opportunity to design clothing and accessories that incorporate Asian motifs and aesthetics for a unique streetwear style. - **Global Fusion Fashion:** Opportunity to create fashion collections that combine elements from different cultures, celebrating diversity and promoting cultural exchange. ### Who This Affects Most - **Footwear:** Opportunity for footwear brands to collaborate with artists or cultural institutions to create unique sneaker collections inspired by traditional garments. - **Streetwear:** Opportunity to develop streetwear brands that embrace Asian-inspired designs and motifs to cater to a growing market segment. - **Fashion:** Opportunity for fashion designers to explore global fusion trends and create collections that showcase the beauty of diverse cultures. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Japanese Artwork Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/converse-allstar.md) - [Heritage Dress Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-rk61.md) - [Lunar Festivity-Inspired Embroidered Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-force-1-low-6.md) - [Sashiko Stitched Intricate Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sashiko-gals.md) - [Vibrant Hand-Stitched Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kuon-and-sashiko-gals.md) - [Indigo-Dyed Exclusive Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gelquantum-kinetic.md) - [Chic Satin Pink Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/satin-pink.md) - [Athletic Tabi-Style Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fire-red-2.md) - [Japanese Upcycling Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flower-mountain-reload-sneakers.md)