# Premium Textural Skate Capsules Carpet Company and Vans Join Forces on a Skate Half Cab By Amy Duong | Published 2024-07-28 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skate-half-cab References: [carpetco.us](https://www.carpetco.us/)  [Vans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oamc-x-vans) Skateboarding works in collaboration with American imprint [Carpet Company](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/old-skool-36) on a special pair of the Vans Skate Half Cabs amongst other footwear and apparel. The two brands introduce a joint range that honors both of their unique energies this season. There are three footwear styles that comprise the capsule -- two variations of the Skate Half Cab and one refreshed version of the Skate Vab 4 silhouette. All three designs are made using premium materials including faux croc skin, which is referred to as 'dragon leather' by the American brand. This is layered over high-quality leather which celebrates the iconic dragon motif by Steve Caballero. The collection has exclusively launched on Carpet Company's web store. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 7.5/10 - Popularity: 99% | Activity: 100% | Freshness: 27% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/shoes) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Luxury Skatewear:** The use of premium materials like faux croc skin in skate shoes presents a shift towards luxury in the skateboarding fashion scene. - **Collaborative Capsule Collections:** Brands joining forces to create limited-edition collections highlight a trend of strategic partnerships in the fashion industry. - **Nostalgic Brand Revivals:** Collaborations that honor iconic designs or figures, such as Steve Caballero's dragon motif, tap into consumer nostalgia while refreshing brand legacies. ### Where This Applies - **Footwear:** The integration of high-end materials into skate shoes is revolutionizing the traditional perceptions of skateboarding footwear. - **Streetwear:** Innovative collaborations between established and niche brands are driving the streetwear industry's evolution by blending unique aesthetics. - **E-commerce:** Exclusive releases available only through specific online platforms are redefining how limited edition products are marketed and sold. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Bright Collaborative Skate Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skate-rowley.md) - [Textural Collaborative Bold Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/passport-1.md) - [Reworked Rugged Skate Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oamc-x-vans.md) - [Knitted Crochet Checkerboard Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/knitted-half-cab.md) - [Collaborative Reworked Skate Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/half-cab-sneaker.md) - [Collaborative Bright Skate Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/old-skool-36.md) - [Knitted Heritage Skate Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/knit-pack.md) - [Multi-Color Skater Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/parra-and-otw.md) - [Rider-Collaborated Sneaker Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skate-authentic-high.md)