# Valentines-Themed Skate Packs Nike SB is Joined by StrangeLove Skateboards on a Collection By Amy Duong | Published 2020-01-29 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/strangelove-skateboard References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2020/1/strangelove-skateboards-nike-sb-dunk-ct2552-800-release-date-info) & [canteen.theberrics](https://canteen.theberrics.com/collections/footwear) [Nike SB](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dunk-low-sneaker-5) works in collaboration with StrangeLove Skateboard on a collection that surrounds the [SB Dunk](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sb-dunk-low-3) Low sneakers that are themed around [Valentine's Day](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/valentines-day-2025-sneakers). It spotlights StrangeLove Skateboard's founder Sean Cliver and his love of skateboarding with the colorful and intricate iteration. The model features a blend of plush elements and durable fabrication as well. At the white base foundation, there is some crushed velvet, accented with a red Swoosh for branding and a red tongue tag. Pink hues can be found overlaying the sneaker in a sultry suede material. Additionally, there is a tag that features both contributing efforts. A graphic of the "Heart Skull" can be found at the lateral heel in red and blue with a translucent outsole unveiling red and blue details. Image Credit: Strangelove Skateboards ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.6/10 - Popularity: 59% | Activity: 40% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, 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 - **Valentine's Day-themed Sneakers:** Opportunity for brands to collaborate and create themed sneakers for special occasions like Valentine's Day. - **Plush and Durable Fusion:** Innovative blend of plush and durable materials in sneaker design, offering enhanced comfort and longevity. - **Graphic and Colorful Iterations:** Demand for sneakers featuring unique graphics and vibrant color schemes, appealing to style-conscious consumers. ### Where This Applies - **Footwear:** Disruptive innovation opportunities in the footwear industry by incorporating unique materials and design elements in sneaker manufacturing. - **Fashion:** Potential for disruptive innovation in the fashion industry by collaborating with artists and designers for limited edition, themed collections. - **Skateboarding:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the skateboarding industry by merging fashion, art, and skate culture in co-branded collaborations. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Stealthy Collaborative Skate Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sb-dunk-low-3.md) - [Summer-Ready Bright Skate Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/red-stardust-colorway.md) - [Valentine's-Inspired Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/valentines-day-2025-sneakers.md) - [Patterned Color-Blocked Skate Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sb-dunk-low-1.md) - [Boldly Patterned Skate Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/olympics-colorway.md) - [Co-Branded Lifestyle Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dunk-low-sneaker-5.md) - [Dark Red Skateboarding Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dark-team-red.md) - [Bronx-Honoring Skate Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-sb-2.md) - [Skate Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/big-money-savings-colorway.md)