# Accidentally Artistic Kicks The Maison Martin Margiela Splatter Replica Sneakers are Spontaneous By Andrew Robertson | Published 2012-06-13 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/splatter-replica-sneakers References: [hypebeast](http://hypebeast.com/2012/06/maison-martin-margiela-2012-pre-fall-paint-splatter-replica-sneakers/) & [maisonmartinmargiela](http://www.maisonmartinmargiela.com/) The [Maison Martin Margiela](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maison-margiela-x-christian-louboutin) label has always been keen on exploring different areas for aesthetic inspiration and as demonstrated by the brand's 2012 Pre-Fall Paint Splatter Replica Sneakers, the search for [artistic innovation](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/otw-by-vans-line) continues to produce visually compelling results. The shoes come in either a light beige or a chestnut brown hue with a fairly traditional shoe design comprising the sneaker's layout. The sneakers are comprised of leather and suede, incorporating stylish finesse with a lasses-fair appeal. On top of the shoes the designers splattered [various different colors of paint](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sr-studio-la-ca-x-vans), mainly on the toe box with slight sprinkles around the base and ankles. The overall look of the shoe is a balance between an accidental spill and deliberate artistic composition. As the Paint Splatter Replica Sneakers illustrate, a little splash of color can go a long way. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.4/10 - Popularity: 52% | Activity: 73% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/shoes) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Aesthetic Exploration:** Businesses can explore different areas for aesthetic inspiration to create visually compelling products. - **Artistic Innovation:** Businesses can continue to search for artistic innovation to produce unique and visually appealing designs. - **Accidental Artistry:** Businesses can embrace the balance between accidental spills and deliberate artistic composition to create distinctive products. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can incorporate splatter designs to create stylish and visually appealing products. - **Footwear:** The footwear industry can experiment with paint splatter designs to add a unique and artistic touch to their products. - **Art Supplies:** The art supplies industry can collaborate with fashion brands to create paint splatter products that appeal to artistic individuals. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Distressed Canvas Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/loved-to-death.md) - [Paint-Adorned Rugged Fashion Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1460-8eyelet-boot.md) - [Bold Collaborative Fashion Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sprinters-collection.md) - [Artistic Naturally Dyed Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3sixteen-x-saucony-peregrine-15-gesso.md) - [Super-Flat Luxurious Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sprinters.md) - [Pre-Worn Paint-Splattered Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-plus-5.md) - [Stealthy Luxe Sneaker Collaborations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xalp-shoe.md) - [Fine Art-Inspired Sneaker Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/otw-by-vans-line.md) - [Maximalist Pop Art Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keiichi-tanaami.md)