# Ultra-Edgy Designer Footwear The Reebok x Vetements Collaboration Boasts a Pair of Spiky Shoes By Kalin Ned | Published 2018-07-09 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spiky-shoes1 References: [designtaxi](http://designtaxi.com/news/400450/Reebok-x-Vetements-Spiked-Shoes-Are-Karma-For-Those-Who-ve-Stepped-On-Your-Toes/) & [instagram](https://www.instagram.com/vetements_official/) For its Spring/Summer 2019 collection, extravagant high fashion label Vetements debuted an eclectic line-up of design-driven silhouettes and one of the most interesting fashion-forward pieces was four pairs of spiky shoes. The model is done in collaboration with renowned brand Reebok and it boasts a [dad-style aesthetic](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-balances-tech-explosion). The sneakers are made extremely edgy and somewhat avant-garde with its spiky exterior. The offerings are available in four colorways and add to the vibrancy of the Spring/Summer 2019 collection. In addition, the [Vetements x Reebok collaboration](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oakley-factory-team-x-brain-dead) openly embraces a distinctly [DIY aesthetic](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sashiko-gals-1) as the labels embellish two of their footwear creations with sketchy marker designs. The spiky shoes definitely make for a strong statement that will be noticeable in any experimental outfit piece. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.0/10 - Popularity: 88% | Activity: 85% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - 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 - **Shoe Customization:** The spiky shoes collaboration between Vetements and Reebok highlights the trend of customized footwear, allowing consumers to make a bold statement with unique designs. - **Avant-garde Sneakers:** The edgy and avant-garde design of the spiky shoes by Vetements x Reebok reflects the trend of pushing boundaries in footwear fashion, appealing to those who want to make a bold fashion statement. - **Dad-style Aesthetic:** The collaboration between Vetements and Reebok showcases the trend of incorporating dad-style aesthetics into high fashion footwear, bridging the gap between comfort and style. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion:** The collaboration between Vetements and Reebok demonstrates disruptive innovation opportunities in the fashion industry by pushing the boundaries of traditional shoe design and embracing unique, bold aesthetics. - **Sportswear:** The collaboration between Vetements and Reebok explores disruptive innovation opportunities in the sportswear industry by combining avant-garde design with athletic functionality, appealing to fashion-forward fitness enthusiasts. - **Footwear:** The spiky shoes collaboration between Vetements and Reebok presents disruptive innovation opportunities in the footwear industry by introducing unconventional and statement-making designs that cater to individuals seeking unique fashion experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Dramatically Designed Chunky Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/noir-kei.md) - [Sustainable Dad-Style Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reformation-1.md) - [Performance-Inspired Fashion Collabs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reebok-x-white-mountaineering1.md) - [Purposefully Imperfect Joint Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kanghyuk.md) - [Spikey Base Collaborative Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/puma-mostro-1.md) - [Contemporary Functional Athleticwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reebok-x-danielle-guizio.md) - [Flappy-Tongue Collaborative Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/botter-2.md) - [Spikey Collaborative Footwear Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luca-magliano.md) - [Floral Adorned Fluorescent Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/instapump-fury-4.md)