# Streetwear-Inspired Youth Sandals The Vans T Street Print Flip Flops Resemble Classic Sneakers By Madison Mackay | Published 2018-04-26 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/t-street-print References: [hypekids](https://hypekids.com/2018/4/vans-flip-flops-pizza-checkerboard-kids-where-to-buy) & [vans](https://www.vans.com/shop/kids-t-street-print-jr-marshmallow-black) Skateboarding company [Vans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-future) translated the famous sneaker design onto a brand new pair of flip flops -- named the T Street Print Jr. The sandals feature the brand's [iconic checkerboard print](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vans-otw-x-undercover) on the footbed, as well as a fun pizza-covered pattern and a bold skateboard print. Made with a comfortable UltraCrush Lite footbed, the flip flops are durable and comfortable enough to wear all day. The straps are made of a soft neoprene lining, allowing each pair to be as comfortable as possible right away without the need to break them in. Vans' new T Street Print Jr. sandals are available online now in sizes for babies, toddlers and kids, ensuring a fashion-forward look for the beach season. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.5/10 - Popularity: 74% | Activity: 23% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha - 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Streetwear-inspired Sandals:** Opportunity for footwear companies to incorporate bold and iconic prints from streetwear culture into sandal designs. - **Ultracrush Lite Footbed:** Opportunity for companies to develop lightweight and comfortable footbed technology for flip flops and sandals. - **Neoprene-lined Straps:** Opportunity for companies to create flip flops with soft neoprene lining for immediate comfort and no breaking-in period. ### Where This Applies - **Footwear:** Opportunity for footwear companies to innovate by combining comfort, durability, and streetwear-inspired designs in their products. - **Beachwear:** Opportunity for beachwear companies to enhance their product offerings by incorporating fashionable and comfortable sandals into their collections. - **Children's Fashion:** Opportunity for children's fashion brands to cater to stylish and fashion-forward kids by offering streetwear-inspired sandals. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Streetwear Skate Remixes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-future.md) - [Maximalist Summer Flip-Flops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maximalist-summer-flipflops.md) - [Bejeweled Checkered Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mattias-gollin.md) - [Ergonomic 3D-Printed Sandals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3dprinted-flip-flops.md) - [Fashion-Inspired Skate Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/old-skool-36-souvenir.md) - [Collaborative Premium Flip-Flops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/printed-sandal.md) - [Hybrid Skate Slip-On Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/erap-shoe.md) - [Sleek Suede Skate Clog-Mules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/harbor-mule-v3.md) - [Harajuku-Inspired Slip-Ons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/harajuku-punk.md)