# Hard Rock High Tops The Vans 'Rob Zombie SK8 Hi' Pays Homage to the Rocker Turned Director By Michael Hines | Published 2010-10-19 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rob-zombie-sk8-hi References: [highsnobiety](http://www.highsnobiety.com/news/2010/10/14/vans-x-rob-zombie-sk8-hi/) & [item.rakuten.co.jp](http://item.rakuten.co.jp/mischief/10018027) Real fans of Rob Zombie never have to buy another shoe again thanks to [Vans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vans-otw-x-undercover) and its new 'Rob Zombie Sk8 Hi' kicks. This shoe pays homage to the director/musician with a [comic book print](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/universal-monsters-collection) and Rob Zombie's name on the tongue. These 'Rob Zombie Sk8 Hi' sneakers feature black suede with green-print canvas and a frightening packaging design that features Rob Zombie himself. Check out these killer kicks in the featured gallery and more awesome [Vans shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sr-studio-la-ca-x-vans) below. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.5/10 - Popularity: 20% | Activity: 47% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/shoes) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Comic Book Fashion:** Creating fashion items inspired by comic book prints and characters can attract a niche market of dedicated fans. - **Celebrity Collaborations:** Collaborating with celebrities to create unique products that reflect their personal brand can generate buzz and attract their loyal fan base. - **Limited Edition Packaging:** Using limited edition packaging designs featuring iconic figures can increase the perceived value of the product and attract collectors. ### Where This Applies - **Footwear:** Incorporating unique designs and collaborations in footwear can differentiate brands and attract fashion-forward consumers. - **Fashion:** Fashion industry can tap into the popularity of comics and celebrities to create unique and trendy products. - **Collectibles:** Creating limited edition products with unique packaging designs can target collectors and expand product offerings. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Graphic Skate Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vans-otw-x-undercover.md) - [Rugged Sole Skate Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sk8hi-shoe.md) - [Rock Legend Footwear Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lugz-x-ozzy-osbourne.md) - [Dynamic Graphic Skate Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sr-studio-la-ca.md) - [All-Over Patterned Skate Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anarchy-is-the-key.md) - [Bright Collaborative Skate Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skate-rowley.md) - [K-Pop Movie Shoe Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kpop-demon-hunters-1.md) - [Horror Film-Inspired Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/horrific-crocs.md) - [Horror-Creature-Inspired Footwear Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/universal-monsters-collection.md)