# Color-Coded Sandals The Pantone Universe Footwear Collection is Playfully Simple and Stylish By Meghan Young | Published 2016-04-05 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pantone-universe-footwear References: [hypebeast](http://hypebeast.com/2016/4/pantone-universe-footwear-2016-spring-summer-collection) & [hbx](http://hbx.com/brands/pantone-universe) The Pantone Universe Footwear 2016 Spring/Summer Collection helps people get ready for the sunnier seasons in style -- simple style. Playing off of its iconic color coding look, people will be able to match their outfits to their footwear in a myriad of ways. From [Roland Garros Fade Out Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-adidas-samba-og) to [Formentera 2 Buckle Sandals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sandal-designs) and Kilimanjaro Trainers, the options are endless. Inspired by its “Let Colors Rule” philosophy, the Pantone Universe Footwear 2016 Spring/Summer Collection are comprised of tons of staples. It's incredible to see how this brand has managed to traverse a wide variety of industries solely based on its strong identity and branding. Until seeing this collection with your own eyes, you may not have expected it. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.2/10 - Popularity: 89% | Activity: 89% | Freshness: 8% - 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) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/shoes) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Color-coded Fashion:** Creating color-coordinated apparel and accessories is a disruptive innovation opportunity within the fashion industry. - **Iconic Branding:** Developing a strong brand identity and utilizing it across different industries presents disruptive innovation opportunities for branding and marketing professionals. - **Customization and Personalization:** Offering customizable footwear options based on personal preferences and outfits is a disruptive innovation opportunity for the footwear industry. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can leverage the trend of color-coordinated fashion to offer innovative products and experiences. - **Branding and Marketing:** Branding and marketing professionals can capitalize on the trend of iconic branding by developing strategies that transcend industry boundaries. - **Footwear:** The footwear industry can explore disruptive innovation by introducing customizable and personalized footwear options. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Chromatic Textile Sneaker Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunnei-x-camper-pelotissima-collection.md) - [Colorful Shoe Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wool-cruiser.md) - [Dynamic Neutral-Toned Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sanuk-1.md) - [Colorwear Apparel Line](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/loungewear-and-activewear-1.md) - [Branded Color Tech Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lexon-x-pantone-collection.md) - [Colorful Spring-Inspired Running Socks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/feetures-unveiled.md) - [Modern Collaborative Textile Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pelotissima.md) - [Warm Tonal Peach Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peach-fuzz-colorway.md) - [Couture Color Palettes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pantone-dualities.md)