# Vibrant Zippered Footwear These Opening Ceremony Sneakers are a Stunning Edition to any Collection By Sarah St.Jules | Published 2013-08-01 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/opening-ceremony-sneakers References: [fancy](http://www.fancy.com/things/412703008485282011/FX-Killer-Zip-Back-Mesh-PVC-Shoes-by-Opening-Ceremony-x-Forfex) Working in conjunction with Gio Forbice, these Opening Ceremony sneakers are a fun departure from average looking shoes The success of the last round of the Killer sneaker has allowed Opening Ceremony to bring the shoe back, and this time, they included a twist on the original. The shoe has a 1'' raised sole and an upper that is made out of mesh PVC and it is done in an [electric gummy bear green](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gelsekiran-1). Not only do these kicks have a shoelace tied front, but also a [working zipper detail](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/instapump-fury-5) at the back. These Opening Ceremony sneakers are a fun and [eccentric looking shoe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spunge-osmosis), and would be the perfect addition any sneaker fan's collection. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.7/10 - Popularity: 77% | Activity: 56% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Fashion for Men](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashionformen) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Zippered Footwear:** The inclusion of a working zipper detail on sneakers opens up opportunities for innovative and customizable designs. - **Mesh PVC Upper:** The use of mesh PVC material in footwear provides an opportunity for lightweight, breathable, and visually vibrant shoe designs. - **Eccentric Sneaker Collections:** The trend of unique and eye-catching sneakers allows for the creation of limited edition and high fashion sneaker collections. ### Where This Applies - **Footwear:** The incorporation of innovative features like zippers and mesh PVC in sneakers presents disruptive opportunities for the footwear industry, pushing boundaries in design and functionality. - **Fashion:** The rise of eccentric sneaker collections opens up disruptive opportunities for the fashion industry to explore bold and unconventional shoe designs, merging streetwear and high fashion. - **Retail:** The demand for unique and visually striking sneakers creates new opportunities for retail businesses to curate exclusive sneaker collaborations and limited edition releases, attracting sneaker enthusiasts. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Dynamic Thigh-High Tech Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/voo-store-1.md) - [Stunning Designer-Backed Shoe Revamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/danielle-guizio1.md) - [Vibrant Outdoor Adventurous Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jasper-zionic.md) - [Reptilian-Inspired Bold Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glowaconstrictor.md) - [Vibrant Luxurious Panelling Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yellow-orbit.md) - [Floral Adorned Fluorescent Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/instapump-fury-4.md) - [Collaborative Zipped Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/instapump-fury-5.md) - [Metallic Joint-Crafted Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gelkayano-12.md) - [Statement Footwear Collaborations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gmbh-and-axel-arigato.md)