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# St. Patty's Day Sneakers
Saucony Celebrates St. Patrick's Day With New 'Shamrock' Footwear

By Niko Pajkovic | Published 2022-03-12 | Fashion
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shamrock
References: [modern-notoriety](https://www.modern-notoriety.com/saucony-shadow-6000-st-patricks-day-shamrock-collection-release-date/?utm_source=feedly&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=saucony-shadow-6000-st-patricks-day-shamrock-collection-release-date) & [saucony](https://www.saucony.com/en/shamrock-kinvara-12/48670M.html?dwvar_48670M_color=S20619-17#start=1)

American footwear and apparel brand Saucony will be celebrating St. Patrick's Day this year with the launch of its new 'Shamrock' footwear collection.

Headlining the new offerings is the [Saucony Shadow 6000](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shadow-6000-ivy-prep) “Shamrock,” which arrives in an eye-catching green, white, and gold color scheme. In addition, the design features a variety of shamrock motifs, turning them into a pleasing pattern for the shoe's sockliner and green outsole. Pushing the concept to its limits, a shamrock is even embroidered on the tongue of the new sneaker. Elsehwere, the collection features the the Kinvara 12 model and for kids, the [Wind Lace](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wind-and-sea-x-dickies) and Ride 10 Jr.

For those seeking some new, eye-catching St. Patty's Day gear, the entire [Saucony 'Shamrock](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/goretex-collection)' collection is now available on the brand's website and at select retailers.

Image Credit: Saucony

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 5.6/10
- Popularity: 81% | Activity: 75% | Freshness: 11%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America

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## Key Themes

### Why This Trend Is Growing

- **St. Patty's Day Footwear:** Creating festive-themed footwear collections for holidays like St. Patrick's Day provides an opportunity for brands to tap into seasonal demand and create buzz around their products.
- **Novelty Designs:** Incorporating unique and eye-catching designs like shamrocks on footwear can attract consumers looking for a statement piece or limited edition item.
- **Kid's Footwear:** Expanding holiday-themed footwear collections to include smaller sizes for children can appeal to parents looking to dress up their kids for festivities and create a family tradition.

### Industries Being Reshaped

- **Footwear:** Footwear brands can capitalize on seasonal demand and create excitement around their products by releasing limited edition festive collections like the Saucony 'Shamrock' line.
- **Fashion and Accessories:** Fashion and accessory brands can offer holiday-themed products like St. Patrick's Day sneakers to cater to consumers looking to celebrate and participate in the festivities.
- **Retail:** Retailers can take advantage of the seasonal demand for holiday-themed products by stocking limited edition collections from footwear and fashion brands like the Saucony 'Shamrock' line.

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