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# Garter Belt Stilettos
Rock & Republic 2010 Shoes are Lingerie Footwear

By Zoe Badley | Published 2010-05-02 | Fashion
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rock-republic-2010-shoes
References: [zappos](http://www.zappos.com/rock-republic-gwenyth-black-chiffon?zlfid=111) & [rockandrepublic](http://www.rockandrepublic.com/)

One thing you can’t deny is the sexiness of a garter belt on a woman and now these Rock & Republic 2010 shoes are taking it to the next level by creating lingerie for your feet. As a proclaimed shoe addict, I assure you that these [5-inch heels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vida-collection) will leave you drooling with desire.

The Rock & Republic 2010 shoes above are designed in a [garter belt style](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mariemurs-judge-me-guilty) and have a suggestive sex appeal to them. Styled with black chiffon covering [nude leather](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nudes-capsule), a zipper closure and a 1.25-inch platform, these shoes look surprisingly bedroom-safe.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 3.3/10
- Popularity: 62% | Activity: 29% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women
- Primary generations: Millennial
- Top markets: North America, Europe

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### Key Themes Behind This Trend

- **Sexualized Footwear:** Exploring the intersection of lingerie and shoes to create seductive and alluring footwear.
- **Lingerie-inspired Fashion:** Incorporating lingerie elements into clothing and accessories to add a touch of sensuality.
- **High-heel Fetishization:** Embracing the allure of extreme high heels as a symbol of power, femininity, and desire.

### Where This Applies

- **Fashion:** Opportunity for designers to create bold and provocative footwear that blurs the line between lingerie and shoes.
- **Retail:** Creating an enticing shopping experience by offering lingerie-inspired shoes that appeal to fashion-forward consumers.
- **Entertainment:** Collaborating with shoe brands to create statement footwear for performers and entertainers that enhance their stage presence.

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