# Sweet Summer Shoes Fun Feminine Footwear for Warm-Weather Wandering By Going Like Sixty | Published 2009-05-05 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/theres-a-party-afoot-ladies-choose-your-shoes References: [fashionblog.it](http://www.fashionblog.it/post/7895/scarpe-creative-per-la-primaveraestate-2009) Summertime is party time, and this collection of footwear represents the fun women can have merely by choosing the right shoes. From [architectural footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/8inch-flipflops) to [flat knotted sandals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handmade-sandals), wheelie heels and the crumpled leather uppers, there's something for every fashionista. These shoes in the gallery above are elaborate pieces of wearable art that say, "I have the legs--*and* the right stemwear." **Implications** - The start of summer means that the ladies need something flashy to wear. The fashion industry continues to bring consumers [light, simple shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clarks-offers-spring-comfort) that are profitable due to their association with the lighthearted nature of summer. Ultimately, any company that suits their releases to the upcoming seasons will experience some level of success. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.5/10 - Popularity: 88% | Activity: 68% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## 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 - **Architectural Footwear:** Expanding on the intersection of fashion and architecture, there is an opportunity for innovative designs that push the boundaries of shoe design. - **Flat Knotted Sandals:** There is potential to disrupt the sandal market by offering unique and stylish flat sandals with intricate knot designs. - **Wheelie Heels:** Integrating functionality and fashion, there is room for disruptive innovation by creating heels that can transform into wheels for easy mobility. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can capitalize on this trend by incorporating architectural influences and unique knot designs into their footwear collections. - **Footwear:** The footwear industry can embrace the trend of wheelie heels by designing and manufacturing innovative heels that provide a convenient and versatile option for consumers. - **Art:** Artists and designers can explore the concept of wearable art by creating elaborate and eye-catching footwear that blurs the line between fashion and sculpture. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Textured Floral Design Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oasis-society.md) - [Summer-Ready Comfortable Sandal Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sandal-designs.md) - [Seasonally Appropriate Footwear Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/petals-pearls.md) - [Unique Platform-Style Sandals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/platformstyle-sandals.md) - [Coastal Beach-Inspired Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/voile-blanche.md) - [Event-Ready Spring Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aldo-1.md) - [Comfort-Focused Fashion Clogs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/free-people-x-dr-scholls.md) - [Dynamic Neutral-Toned Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sanuk-1.md) - [Bohemian Accessory Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/call-it-spring-raffia-and-cork.md)