# Embroidered Floral Skate Shoes The New Vans 'Rose Thorns' Boasts a Slightly Gothic Aesthetic By Riley von Niessen | Published 2018-02-17 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rose-thorns References: [hypebae](https://hypebae.com/2018/2/vans-sk8-mid-embroidered-rose-thorns) & [vans](http://vans.com) In time for the spring, a new version of the Vans [Sk8-Mid](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anarchy-is-the-key) model was unveiled, which has a unique 'Rose Thorns' design. The name of the new Sk8-Mid model comes from its embroidered embellishments on the sides, with deep crimson flowers and pastel-green leaves shown over top of the brand's usual white logo. The majority of the sneakers are covered in a classic black canvas material, making for a durable build that can be easily cleaned. Further contrasting the black canvas are white laces and thick white soles as well, which boast Van's red box logo on the backs of both heels. The Rose Thorns Vans are currently available from retailers like OFFICE. Image Credit: OFFICE ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.6/10 - Popularity: 80% | Activity: 81% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% 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 ### What's Driving This Trend - **Floral Embellishments:** Opportunity for companies to add embroidered accents to footwear for a unique and eye-catching design. - **Goth-inspired Aesthetics:** Opportunity for brands to capitalize on the trend towards dark, gothic aesthetics in the fashion industry. - **Contrasting Colorways:** Opportunity for companies to create visually striking designs by using contrasting colors for shoe laces and soles. ### Who This Affects Most - **Athletic Footwear:** Companies can incorporate floral embellishments into athletic shoes to create a more unique and fashionable design. - **Fashion Retail:** Retailers can tap into the trend towards gothic-inspired aesthetics by carrying shoes and other clothing items with similar designs. - **Textile Manufacturing:** Opportunity for textile manufacturers to produce materials with contrasting colors and prints that can be used in shoe designs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Fashion-Inspired Skate Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/old-skool-36-souvenir.md) - [Patterned Monochormatic Skate Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/comme-des-garons-girl.md) - [All-Over Patterned Skate Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anarchy-is-the-key.md) - [Textural Update Skate Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zhang-quan-1.md) - [Pearl Bead Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pearlized-pack.md) - [Vibrant Rugged Skate Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vans-varsity-collection.md) - [Weatherproof Skateboard Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vans-lx-old-skool-36-goretex.md) - [Collab Fashion Trainers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/valentino-x-vans.md) - [Floral-Accented Textural Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/atmos-pink-and-adidas.md)