# Plant-Inspired Sneakers The Hundreds Brand Ikat Johnson Mid ‘Cactus’ is Leafy By Thomas Wade-West | Published 2013-10-03 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-hundreds-brand References: [complexmag](http://www.complexmag.ca/sneakers/2013/09/the-hundreds-ikat-johnson-mid-cactus) Fans of the Johnson model by streetwear company ‘The Hundreds’ brand will appreciate the ‘Cactus’ edition set to release this Fall. The [classic popularized skate shoe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/parra-and-otw) is now splattered with a [leafy exterior print](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/asparagus-colorway) that not only looks great, but is still perfectly fit for skateboarding as well. The Johnson ‘Cactus’ features an [all over print](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snakeskin-colorway-3) on its canvas upper, featuring a orange, white and black cactus motif. Orange laces help to accentuate some of these colors on the upper and an all-white midsole with black trim help to keep this model classic and chic. The back heel features the class ‘The Hundreds’ bomb logo, which is also features on the top of the tongue. Streetwear enthusiasts and skaters alike will love this new colorway of the Johnson set to release later this year. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.9/10 - Popularity: 56% | Activity: 23% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Plant-inspired Fashion:** There is potential for plant-inspired designs in other areas of fashion, such as clothing and accessories - **Skateboarding Fashion:** The fusion of skateboarding style and fashion presents an opportunity for new and innovative designs - **Limited Edition Fashion:** The release of limited edition items creates hype and demand for exclusive designs among fashion enthusiasts ### Where This Applies - **Streetwear:** Streetwear brands can incorporate plant-inspired designs into their clothing lines - **Skateboarding:** Skateboarding companies can explore more fashion-forward designs to attract a wider audience - **Fashion Retail:** Retailers can capitalize on the limited edition trend by partnering with exclusive fashion brands and artists ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Eco Cactus Leather Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mercer-rerun-sneaker.md) - [Textured Seasonal Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leaf-camo.md) - [Nature-Inspired Shoe Collabs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultraboost-5-x-hermanos-koumori.md) - [Vegetable-Inspired Tonal Skate Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/asparagus-colorway.md) - [Tactical Camo-Tinged Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/book-1-sneaker.md) - [Floral-Motif Neutral Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gel-terrain.md) - [Perforated Shoe Camouflage Colorway](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/juniper-sneaker-1.md) - [Nature-Inspired Limited Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kype-pro-limited-edition.md) - [Colorful Breathable Clog Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pollex-juniper-1.md)