# Lead-Tipped Ballet Flats The Jeffrey Campbell 'Pencil Me In' Shoe is Artistic By JDurhamII | Published 2011-01-10 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/teaching-in-style References: [gizmodiva](http://www.gizmodiva.com/fashion/pencil_me_in_flats_are_a_miss.php) & [modcloth](http://www.modcloth.com/store/ModCloth/Womens/Shoes/Flats/Pencil) Introducing the Jeffrey Campbell 'Pencil Me In' flats; a [pencil-inspired footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/experimental-pencils) accessory that can serve as a perfect topic of discussion. No doubt you'll be turning heads everywhere you go with the Jeffrey Campbell 'Pencil Me In' [ballet slipper](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/satin-ballerin). While some may find these fabulous flats to only be suitable for a fun environment, one can't deny that no matter where you wear the Jeffrey Campbell 'Pencil Me In' shoes, you'll be seen as an individual. Check these lead-tipped lady shoes out in the gallery. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.8/10 - Popularity: 67% | Activity: 70% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## 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 - **Art-inspired Footwear:** The artistic design of 'Pencil Me In' ballet flats presents an opportunity for fashion companies to release footwear designed by artists. - **Conversation Starter Fashion:** The eyecatching design of Jeffrey Campbell's 'Pencil Me In' flats presents an opportunity for fashion companies to create conversation starter pieces. - **Novelty Fashion Accessories:** Jeffrey Campbell's 'Pencil Me In' ballet flats present an opportunity for fashion companies to create quirky and unique novelty fashion accessories. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can leverage the trend of art-inspired footwear by collaborating with artists to create unique and creative footwear designs. - **Retail:** The Jeffrey Campbell 'Pencil Me In' flats present an opportunity for retailers to stock conversation starter fashion pieces that will attract customers. - **Marketing:** The trend of novel fashion accessories such as Jeffrey Campbell's 'Pencil Me In' flats offers marketing opportunities for brands to create fun and engaging campaigns. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Chic Perforated Flats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/perforated-flats.md) - [Balletcore Heeled Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sandy-liang-1.md) - [Chic Ballet Mesh Flats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dreaming-ballet-mesh-flats.md) - [Sophisticated Nude Heel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nudes-capsule.md) - [Unique Writing Instruments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/graphite-paintbrush-writing-instrument.md) - [Ultra-Luxurious Crystal Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jimmy-choo-crystal-slipper.md) - [Ballet-Inspired Blue Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pointe-hyper-royal.md) - [Eye-Adorned Furry Mules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eyeball-mules.md) - [Ballet-Inspired Split-Toe Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-rift-black-swan.md)