# Reworked 90s-Inspired Sandals The One Star Sandal is a Reimagined Version of a 90s Silhouette By Amy Duong | Published 2018-03-21 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/one-star-sandal References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2018/3/converse-one-star-sandal) & [converse.co.jp](http://converse.co.jp/news/) Footwear label [Converse](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/one-star-city) is preparing for the upcoming warmer temperatures with its latest launch of the One Star Sandal. The new sandals are a part of Converse Japan's latest offerings and they take a strong influence from the brand's heritage, specifically in the 90s. The pair of slides draw styles from the previous era as the One Star Sandal is a reworked version of the label's iconic [90s Converse release](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ymc-x-merrell-moab-slide-2). The label is highly recognized for its fabric canvas coating the upper, resting on a lightweight sole and finished off the a hefty EVA footbed. The series of One Star Sandals come in a total of three different colorways -- with choices of either red, black or blue. The seasonal footwear piece offers comfort, durability and style all at once. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.5/10 - Popularity: 73% | Activity: 24% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: 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 - **Reworked 90s-inspired Sandals:** Opportunity for brands to capitalize on nostalgic fashion trends and reimagined designs from the 90s. - **Seasonal Footwear Piece:** Opportunity for brands to create and market versatile and stylish sandals for warmer weather. - **Heritage-influenced Designs:** Opportunity for brands to leverage their historical brand identity and reimagine iconic designs for modern consumers. ### Who This Affects Most - **Footwear:** Opportunity for footwear companies to innovate and release updated versions of nostalgic designs. - **Fashion:** Opportunity for fashion brands to tap into the growing demand for retro-inspired clothing and accessories. - **Sportswear:** Opportunity for sportswear brands to fuse nostalgic design elements with modern performance materials in their footwear offerings. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Textural Collaborative Slip-Ons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/one-star-slip-pro.md) - [Laidback Fashion Brand Sunglasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/converse-sunglasses.md) - [TV-Inspired Classic Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stranger-things-converse.md) - [Hybrid Laced Sneaker Sandals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beach-gazelle.md) - [Deconstructed Canvas Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adererror.md) - [Classically Elegant Sleek Loafers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/allstar-coinloafer.md) - [Spring-Ready Textural Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stssy-and-converse.md) - [Minimal Hybrid Sneaker Loafers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sneaker-loafer.md) - [90s Era Slip-On Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ymc-x-merrell-moab-slide-2.md)