# Pop Art Espadrilles Sauerkids & the String Republic Turn Classic Summer Footwear into an Art Piece By Marissa Brassfield | Published 2009-11-21 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sauerkids-the-string-republic References: [behance.net](http://www.behance.net/Gallery/String-Republic/352270) & [thestringrepublic](http://www.thestringrepublic.com/store/description.php?pid=86) Espadrilles are a summer mainstay in terms of footwear, and I love the pop art spin this [Sauerkids-The String Republic collaboration](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/metropole-seoul-derby) puts on this classic fashion staple. Sauerkids is an artist duo comprised of Mark Moget and Taco Sipma, and The String Republic commissioned them for this Summer 2009 shoe. Check out the [Sauerkids](http://www.sauerkids.com/index.php?id=1572)-The String Republic espadrille above, and keep clicking for more fun pop art fashions. **Implications** - Hybrid mixes of style and practicality are continuously embraced by consumers who are looking to make cost-effective purchases. When products are able to introduce fashion while remaining comfortable -- like these [espadrilles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/printed-sandal) -- consumers can feel reassured that by purchasing your product they will not be left disappointed. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.5/10 - Popularity: 38% | Activity: 58% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Pop Art Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore collaborations with artists to incorporate bold and vibrant designs into fashion products. - **Hybrid Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Combine style and practicality in unique ways to meet consumer demands for cost-effective yet fashionable products. - **Comfortable Footwear:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop footwear designs that prioritize both fashion and comfort for consumer satisfaction. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introduce collaborations with artists to infuse creativity into clothing and accessories. - **Footwear:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporate hybrid designs that combine aesthetics and practicality to appeal to consumers seeking comfortable yet stylish shoes. - **Art and Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Partner with fashion brands to showcase artistic collaborations, creating visually striking products that attract customers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Maximalist Pop Art Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keiichi-tanaami.md) - [Shoe Brand Pop-Up Shops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/autry-opens-an-ibiza-popup.md) - [Cartoon-Inspired Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/freizeit.md) - [Creative Pop Art Clogs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kenny-scharf-x-crocs-pollex-clog.md) - [Playful Cartoon Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kenny-scharf-and-axel.md) - [Cartoon Inspired Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stan-smith-x-spongebob-squarepants.md) - [Cartoon-Inspired Casual Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/patrick-star-superstar.md) - [Japanese Artwork Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/converse-allstar.md) - [Retooled Reimagined Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/masha-popova.md)