# Zippered Pumps Report Signature Comes Out With a Heel Made for Ass-Kicking By Shelby Lee Walsh | Published 2009-10-13 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/report-signature References: [notcouture](http://www.notcouture.com/post/5068/) & [heels](http://www.heels.com/womens-shoes/watts-pump-grey-satin.html) These grey satin pumps will add a little ass-kicking goodness to your usually girly attire with its [zipper lined ruffle detailing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/instapump-fury-5). Report Signature has banked on the recessed platform theme that many top designers are opting for lately and they decided to add a little edge to that fashion trend. You'd better pick up a pair of these Report Signature bad boys because nothing says badass like 4-inch [platform stilettos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/8inch-flipflops), zippers and a [pointed toe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/julia-tassel-pump). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.9/10 - Popularity: 78% | Activity: 30% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Platform Stilettos:** The rise of platform stilettos presents an opportunity for innovative designs that add a rebellious edge, such as the zippered pumps by Report Signature. - **Zipper Detailing:** The use of zipper detailing in footwear opens up possibilities for creative and unconventional designs that appeal to individuals seeking a unique style. - **Recessed Platform:** The growing trend of recessed platform heels offers an opportunity for brands to experiment with unconventional shapes and materials, like the zippered pumps by Report Signature. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion Retail:** Fashion retailers can capitalize on the popularity of platform stilettos and zipper detailing by offering edgy footwear options that cater to customers looking to make a statement. - **Footwear Manufacturing:** Footwear manufacturers can explore innovative construction techniques and materials to create unique designs like the zippered pumps, tapping into the demand for trendy and unconventional shoes. - **Fashion Design:** Fashion designers have an opportunity to incorporate zipper detailing in their collections, adding a rebellious and edgy element to their designs, as shown by the zippered pumps from Report Signature. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Varied Stylish Supportive Pumps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stessy.md) - [Romanticized Shoe Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mademe-x-dr-martens-1461-quad-shoe.md) - [Sleek Western Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/naked-wolfes-stark-boot.md) - [Comfort-Forward Heel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vicki-collection.md) - [Dynamic Ultra-High Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/platform-sneaker-1.md) - [Balletcore Heeled Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sandy-liang-1.md) - [Comfort-Forward High Heels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vida-collection.md) - [Stiletto Shoulder Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stiletto-bag.md) - [Unique Platform-Style Sandals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/platformstyle-sandals.md)