# Ketchup Kicks The Nike Blazer AC High LE Come in Fiery Red By Christina Butty | Published 2009-08-27 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-blazer-ac-high-le References: [hypebeast](http://hypebeast.com/2009/08/nike-sportswear-blazer-ac-high-le-red-velcro/) & [nike](http://www.nike.com/nikeos/p/nike/language_select/) Bringing a little bit of fashion to the [Nike](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-muse) shoe line are these Nike Blazer AC High LE sneakers. Made with a [fiery red upper](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fire-red-colorway) and [Velcro](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hoka-mafate-three2) strap going straight down the shoe, these Nike Blazer AC High LE kicks are fiece. Presently they are available at select retailers but they are expected to have a general release later on. As far as we can tell, the Nike Blazer AC High LE only come in red, but maybe other colors will follow. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.7/10 - Popularity: 36% | Activity: 68% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Fashion Sneaker Collaborations:** Opportunity for fashion brands and sneaker companies to collaborate on limited edition sneakers, incorporating unique designs and materials. - **Velcro Strap Sneakers:** Potential for sneaker brands to create innovative designs using Velcro straps for easy customization and style variation. - **Colorful Footwear:** Market opportunity for footwear companies to offer a wide range of bold and vibrant color options to cater to consumer preferences for unique and standout shoes. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion Retail:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for retailers to collaborate with fashion brands and sneaker companies to offer exclusive and limited edition sneakers, attracting fashion-conscious consumers. - **Footwear Manufacturing:** Potential for footwear manufacturers to invest in innovative Velcro strap technologies, allowing for easy customization and personalization of sneakers, appealing to consumers seeking individuality. - **Sportswear Design:** Opportunity for sportswear designers to incorporate bold and vibrant color options in footwear, catering to consumers' desire for unique and eye-catching athletic shoes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Habanero-Inspired Bold Tonal Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-muse.md) - [Athletic Tabi-Style Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fire-red-2.md) - [Textural Suede Colorblocked Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dunk-low-panda-1.md) - [Blush-Tonal Breathable Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/size-1.md) - [Athlete-Collaborative Low-Cut Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chevy-edition.md) - [Dark Red Skateboarding Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dark-team-red.md) - [Crackled Holiday-Inspired Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-5.md) - [Summer-Ready Bright Skate Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/red-stardust-colorway.md) - [Candy-Themed Tonal Basketball Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lebron-xxii.md)