# Drag Queen-Backed Slippers Dearfoams Collaborated With American Drag Queen and Activist Nina West By Grace Mahas | Published 2022-05-10 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nina-west References: [dearfoams](https://www.dearfoams.com/search?q=nina+west) Dearfoams recently joined forces with American drag queen and activist Nina West to launch a collection of comfort-focused unisex slippers. The new footwear additions celebrate self-expression and inclusivity without sacrificing comfort. The collection features the Color Block Genuine Shearling Slingback, Alpine Brixen Bootie Glitter Scuff, Furry Closed Back, and Unisex Nina West Cozy Classic Clog. In addition, as a part of the brand’s collaboration – Dearfoams will be donating to the Nina West Foundation, a platform to lift up and support LGBTQ organizations which has raised over two million dollars for local and national charities. Nina details the collaboration with Dearfoams stating, “I am thrilled to be partnering with a truly iconic Columbus, Ohio based brand known for comfort. This line is fabulous! It celebrates living your life loudly in lush comfort while supporting a wonderful organization. Thank you Dearfoams for making this dream a reality.” Image Credit: Dearfoams ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.5/10 - Popularity: 65% | Activity: 60% | Freshness: 11% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Celeb Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/celebproducts) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Comfort-focused Footwear Trends:** There is an opportunity for brands to collaborate with influencers in creating comfort-focused footwear that celebrates self-expression and inclusivity without sacrificing comfort. - **Inclusive Collaboration Trends:** Collaborating with diverse and underrepresented influencers, such as drag queens and activists, can provide opportunities to increase brand inclusivity and support philanthropic causes. - **Philanthropic Footwear Trends:** Footwear brands can donate to charitable organizations as part of their collaborations, showcasing their support for social causes and creating a positive impact on communities. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Footwear Industry:** Brands in the footwear industry can collaborate with influencers and create comfort-focused footwear lines that support philanthropic causes and celebrate inclusivity and self-expression. - **Fashion Industry:** The fashion industry can increase brand inclusivity and social impact by collaborating with diverse and underrepresented influencers, such as drag queens and activists, for product lines that support philanthropic causes. - **Philanthropy Industry:** The philanthropy industry can partner with footwear brands to create mutually beneficial collaborations that raise funds for charitable organizations while also providing exposure for the cause and the brand. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Comfort-Focused Fashion Slides](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gen-n-project.md) - [Vibrant Boardgame-Inspired Slippers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dearfoams-x-hasbro.md) - [Fuzzy Footwear Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fuzzy-collection.md) - [Charitable Pink Slides](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/project-pink-slide.md) - [Pink Fuzzy Slip-On Loafers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/calm-mule-1.md) - [Comfort-Focused Fashion Clogs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/free-people-x-dr-scholls.md) - [Fashion-Centric Quilted Slippers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quilted-slipper.md) - [Rapper-Made Sherpa Clogs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lil-nas-x-and-crocs.md) - [Cozy Indoor Footwear Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/indoor-footwear.md)