# Pop Art Sneakers Nike Andy Warhol & Marilyn Monroe Kicks Bring Culture to Your Feet By Christina Butty | Published 2009-10-16 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-andy-warhol-and-marilyn-monroe References: [nycbridgerunners](http://www.nycbridgerunners.com/2009/09/straight-from-the-factory/#more-1677) & [global14](http://www.global14.com/andy-warhol-x-marilyn-monroe-x-nike-air-max-90/) Completely unexpected but long overdue and very obvious are these [Nike](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vaquera-x-nike-air-max-dn8) Air Max 90s kicks featuring the Andy [Warhol](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kaws-warhol-ut) Marilyn Monroe paintings. Vibrantly colored, these Andy Warhol Nike sneakers are sure to stand out wherever they are worn--if they are ever worn. The combination of Nike, Warhol and Marilyn Monroe is almost too good to be true. After seeing these kicks I can understand why some people keep their shoes in the box and never wear them. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.0/10 - Popularity: 81% | Activity: 92% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Art-inspired Sneakers:** Nike Air Max 90s featuring Andy Warhol Marilyn Monroe paintings present disruptive innovation opportunities in the sneaker industry by merging art and fashion. - **Limited Edition Sneakers:** The concept of keeping shoes in the box and never wearing them creates a disruptive innovation opportunity in the sneaker industry, catering to collectors and enthusiasts looking for exclusivity. - **Cultural Collaboration:** Collaborations between well-known artists, like Andy Warhol, and major brands like Nike offer disruptive innovation opportunities in the fashion industry, bridging the gap between art and popular culture. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Sneaker Industry:** The introduction of art-inspired sneakers can disrupt the sneaker industry by appealing to consumers looking for unique and culturally significant footwear. - **Fashion Industry:** The collaboration between artists and fashion brands presents disruptive innovation opportunities in the fashion industry, attracting consumers who seek artistic expression through their clothing choices. - **Collectibles Industry:** Limited edition sneakers designed by renowned artists can disrupt the collectibles industry by creating a market for exclusive footwear that combines artistic value and consumer desire for rare items. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Kiss-Covered Collaboration Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vaquera-x-nike-air-max-dn8.md) - [Pop Art-Inspired Technical Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hiroshi-nagai.md) - [Monochromatic Metallic Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-90-usa.md) - [Makeup Artist-Crafted Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-dn-silhouette.md) - [Japanese Artwork Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/converse-allstar.md) - [Playful Cartoon Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kenny-scharf-and-axel.md) - [Vintage-Inspired Summer Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-muse-2.md) - [Monochromatic Patterned Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thunderstorm-colorway.md) - [Artist-Backed Breakdancing Sneaker](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jam-sneaker.md)