# Vintage Derby Kicks Nike SB ‘Rollerderby' Dunk Low Pro Rolls Out in Retro Style By Matt Ho | Published 2011-10-02 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-sb-rollerderby-dunk-low-pro References: [highsnobiety](http://www.highsnobiety.com/news/2011/09/28/nike-sb-rollerderby-dunk-low-pro-by-made-for-skate/) & [skateboardmuseum.de](http://skateboardmuseum.de/) The latest [Nike](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/red-stardust-colorway) SB ‘Rollerderby’ Dunk Low Pro sneakers show the company's consistent flair for design, as these impressive kicks have a slick, vintage look. The Nike SB Rollerderby Dunk Low Pro shoes have a [low-top style](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/love-and-peace) with a retro derby-inspired design. The sneaker features a [red and white leather upper](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sundial-colorway) that’s contrasted by the black swoosh. There’s also a perforated toe cap, the number ten embroidered onto the front and an image of a roller derby girl on the insoles. The Nike SB Rollerderby Dunk Low Pro shoes were designed by the Made for Skate crew. The official release will be celebrated in Stuttgart, Germany, this coming weekend and is organized by the Skateboard Museum and Nike SB. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.5/10 - Popularity: 84% | Activity: 72% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## 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 - **Vintage Kicks:** The trend towards vintage-inspired sneakers creates an opportunity for companies to cater to consumers' desire for retro styles. - **Low-top Sneakers:** Low-top styles are gaining popularity and offer a chance for shoe companies to expand their offerings in this direction. - **Skateboarding Culture:** The popularity of skateboarding culture provides opportunities for brands to align themselves with this trend and reach a younger demographic. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Footwear:** Innovation in shoe design is necessary to stay relevant in the constantly evolving footwear industry. - **Fashion:** Footwear is an important aspect of fashion and companies can capitalize on the popularity of vintage and low-top styles to create fashion-forward sneakers. - **Sports:** By creating sneakers that pay tribute to specific sports, such as roller derby, shoe companies can tap into niche markets and attract dedicated fans. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Summer-Ready Bright Skate Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/red-stardust-colorway.md) - [Boldly Patterned Skate Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/olympics-colorway.md) - [Bronx-Honoring Skate Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-sb-2.md) - [Dark Red Skateboarding Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dark-team-red.md) - [Retro Low-Cut Skate Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/love-and-peace.md) - [All-White Exclusive Skate Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/orange-label-dunk-low-pro-sb.md) - [Skate Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/big-money-savings-colorway.md) - [Stealthy Collaborative Skate Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sb-dunk-low-3.md) - [Olympic-Inspired Skate Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dunk-olympic-safari.md)