# Floral Male Footwear Paul Smith Cervantes Flower Shoe for Men in Fall 2009 By Rachel | Published 2009-08-31 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paul-smith-floral-male-footwear References: [selectism](http://www.selectism.com/news/2009/08/31/paul-smith-floral-cervantes-shoes/) & [paulsmith](http://www.paulsmith.co.uk/paul-smith-mens-shoes-313/paul-smith-mens-shoes-cervantes-shoe-saxc-d016-veg-ros/product.html?LproductId=17331) Sorry guys, but when I think of roses and pink I don’t think of you. However, it seems designer Paul Smith does, as he has created a [floral Cervantes shoe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ohana-hatake) for the men. The Cervantes shoe by Paul Smith has a [dusty rose design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/satin-pink) that definitely employs some female-associated patterns on a very [manly shoe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lv-buttersoft-sneaker). Definitely an acquired taste, the design is worth taking a look at if you’re a man comfortable showing his softer (and pink) side. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 12% | Activity: 49% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Gender-fluid Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the demand for gender-neutral and gender-fluid fashion, challenging traditional gender stereotypes. - **Floral Patterns:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporate floral patterns into traditionally masculine products to appeal to a broader target market. - **Expressive Footwear:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design footwear that allows individuals to express their unique personal style, regardless of gender norms. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introduce unconventional designs and products that challenge societal expectations in the fashion industry. - **Footwear:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Transform the footwear industry by creating more diverse and inclusive designs that cater to a wider range of consumers. - **Gender-neutral Products:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop and market gender-neutral products that embrace individuality and defy traditional gender norms. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Rose-Hued Dad Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-balance-1906r-rose-sugar.md) - [Seasonally Appropriate Footwear Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/petals-pearls.md) - [Metallic Pink Hybrid Loafers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/metallic-pink.md) - [Textured Floral Design Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oasis-society.md) - [Practical Floral-Inspired Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/floral-sneakers1.md) - [Pink-Tonal Spring Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/duke-dexter4.md) - [Pink Fuzzy Slip-On Loafers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/calm-mule-1.md) - [Pastel-Colored Valentine’s Day Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heydude-x-sweethearts-collection.md) - [Pillow-Like Footwear Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/martine-rose-x-clarks.md)