# Sky-High Racing Stripe Mules Shop Jeen's Dream Platform Shoes Revive a 60s-Themed Aesthetic By Jana Pijak | Published 2014-06-02 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/platform References: [shopjeen](http://www.shopjeen.com/collections/accessories/products/dream-platform-sandals) & [shopjeen](http://www.shopjeen.com/collections/accessories/products) These Dream Platform shoes from e-retailer [Shop Jeen](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/in-ha-mood-perfume) revive a 60s themed style aesthetic. The sky-high shoes feature a 2" platform and 6" heel that adds both height and support for its wearer. Displayed in a black-and-white, checkerboard design, the accessory features a black PU leather upper with a gridded and graphic heel. This checkerboard design is reminiscent of retro racing stripes that remind one of musical film and [Broadway](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wicked-for-good-x-kristin-ess-hair) classic "Grease". These sandals embrace the fashion world's current [mule obsession](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-jordan-mule-loafer) and are a edgier take on the slip-on shoe look. Whether heading to a 60s themed party or a night out at the hottest rockabilly bar, these Dream Platform shoes from Shop Jeen are guaranteed to garner attention. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.1/10 - Popularity: 32% | Activity: 22% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, 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 - **Retro-inspired Platform Shoes:** The revival of 60s themed style aesthetics creates opportunities for retro-inspired platform shoes that appeal to nostalgic fashion trends. - **Checkerboard Design:** The resurgence of checkerboard patterns in fashion presents opportunities for innovative designs that incorporate this bold and graphic print. - **Mule Obsession:** The current obsession with mule shoes opens doors for edgier variations like platform mules that offer a unique twist on the slip-on shoe trend. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion Retail:** Fashion retailers can capitalize on the demand for retro-inspired platform shoes by offering a wide range of designs that appeal to the nostalgia of the 60s. - **Graphic Design:** Graphic designers can explore checkerboard patterns in their creations, offering unique and eye-catching designs for various fashion accessories. - **Footwear Manufacturing:** Footwear manufacturers can seize the opportunity to produce platform mules that cater to the current mule obsession, providing customers with trendy and unique options in the slip-on shoe market. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Unique Platform-Style Sandals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/platformstyle-sandals.md) - [Dynamic Ultra-High Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/platform-sneaker-1.md) - [Eye-Adorned Furry Mules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eyeball-mules.md) - [Laid Back Mule Returns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zebzag-anywair-mule.md) - [Pool Slide Heeled Sandals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flipped-flop.md) - [Romanticized Shoe Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mademe-x-dr-martens-1461-quad-shoe.md) - [Sleek T-Strap Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tkees-x-jcrew.md) - [Sneaker-Like Leather Mules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/goods-services-mule.md) - [Stylish Platform Clogs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bae-clog.md)