# Velvet Gentleman's Slippers Shipton & Heneage Kicks Are Pharrell-Approved By Marissa Brassfield | Published 2009-01-06 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shipton-heneage-velvet-slipper-pharrell References: [luxist](http://www.luxist.com/2009/01/05/pharrells-new-find-shipton-and-heneage-slippers/) & [shiptonandheneage](http://www.shiptonandheneage.com/) There's something undeniably luxurious about gentleman's velvet slippers; no doubt that's the reason hip-hop producer Pharrell Williams recently purchased a pair of these Shipton & Heneage velvet slippers. Shipton & Heneage velvet slippers are hand-stitched and bench-made in England, according to Luxist. Pharrell's pair featured an antique pistol design and is modeled after the skull-and-crossbones pair of slippers in the first image **Implications** - The slippers are available in many different colors including black, navy blue, burgundy and brown. If you want a pair without a fancy emblem it will set you back $185, but with an emblem the price raises to $250. The pictures on the slippers come in a variety of different styles such as images of dragons or ropes of ivy. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.7/10 - Popularity: 73% | Activity: 60% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## 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 - **Luxury Velvet Slippers:** The rise in demand for luxury velvet slippers presents an opportunity for designers to create unique, personalized designs. - **Handmade English Footwear:** The growing popularity of hand-stitched and bench-made English footwear creates a market for traditional craftsmanship and quality materials. - **Celebrity-endorsed Fashion:** The influence of celebrities like Pharrell Williams in promoting niche fashion items highlights the potential for targeted marketing campaigns. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion Accessories:** The trend of velvet slippers opens up opportunities for companies specializing in high-end fashion accessories. - **Artisanal Footwear:** The demand for handmade, artisanal footwear provides avenues for small, independent shoemakers to thrive. - **Celebrity Merchandising:** The celebrity endorsement of fashion products creates opportunities for the merchandising industry to capitalize on popular trends. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Dandyism-Inspired Men's Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lv-buttersoft-sneaker.md) - [Luxe Long-Lasting House Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barbour-hall-quilted-slippers.md) - [Ultra-Sophisticated Men's Loafers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/loafer-in-ivy.md) - [Textured Velvet-Covered Clogs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crocs-classic-clog-velvet-pack.md) - [Shearling-Lined Suede Slippers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amour-suede-shearling-bridges.md) - [Ultra-Luxurious Crystal Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jimmy-choo-crystal-slipper.md) - [Comfortable Home Slippers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/premium-slippers.md) - [Timeless Footwear Collaborations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/buck-mason-x-sanders.md) - [Bejeweled Checkered Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mattias-gollin.md)