# Cult Anime Sneaker Collections FILA and Nintendo's Pokémon Shoes are Highly Nostalgic By Kalin Ned | Published 2018-03-22 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pokemon-shoes References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2018/3/fila-drops-a-pokemon-centric-collection) & [instagram](https://www.instagram.com/fila_korea/?utm_source=ig_embed&action=profilevisit) [FILA](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/burger-king-and-fila) and Nintendo collaborate on exclusive [Pokémon](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clarks-x-pokmon) shoes. The capsule consists of five distinct [anime-themed designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crunchyroll-x-adidas) on the sports brand's iconic Court Deluxe Low-Top silhouette. Boasting a leather upper, references to the cult favorite cartoon on the tongue and the heels, as well as velcro straps, the Pokémon shoes are definitely a blast from the past and nostalgia-heavy. The product will be stylishly packaged as well. The sporty and comfortable sneakers will come in a special limited edition box that is decorated with a Pokéball logo, as well as Nintendo's and FILA's branding. Currently, the Pokémon shoes are only available in South Korea, however, a world wide drop is sure to come. Without a doubt, the FILA x Nintendo sneakers will be the one of the most sought out designs for 2018. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.6/10 - Popularity: 97% | Activity: 92% | 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Anime Sneaker Collaborations:** Expect more collaborations between anime franchises and sneaker brands that promote nostalgia-driven designs. - **Limited Edition Packaging:** Limited edition sneaker designs will come with special packaging that adds value and attracts collectors. - **Expanding Global Fanbase:** This trend will attract anime and sneaker enthusiasts worldwide, leading to larger global fanbases. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Sporting Goods:** Sporting goods companies can partner with anime franchises to create limited edition sneakers for collectors and fans. - **Anime Merchandise:** Anime merchandise companies can create exclusive deals with sneaker brands to launch anime-themed sneakers that tap into the nostalgia of fans. - **E-commerce:** E-commerce sites that specialize in limited edition merchandise can work with sneaker brands to exclusively sell anime-themed sneakers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Vibrant Anime-Themed Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clarks-x-pokmon.md) - [High-Fashion Anime Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fendi-x-frgmt-x-pokmon-collection.md) - [Monstrous Anime Footwear Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crocs-pokmon.md) - [Iconic Anime-Inspired Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gelnyc-2.md) - [Cartoon-Inspired Comfort Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crocs-and-pokmon.md) - [Opulent Anime Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fendi-4.md) - [Cartoon-Inspired Themed Clogs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pokmon-and-crocs.md) - [Villain-Centric Collaboration Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tekken-8.md) - [Fight-Game Sneaker Collaborations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bandai-namco-x-nike.md)