# Revived Soccer Shoes The Tiempo Legend V Premium Revives a Retired Line By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2015-03-30 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tiempo-legend-v-premium References: [footyheadlines](http://www.footyheadlines.com/2015/02/nike-tiempo-legend-totti-boots.html) & [news.nike](http://news.nike.com/news/tiempo-legend-v-premium) The [Tiempo](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-plus-tiempo) Legend V Premium is a revived and resuscitated version of the iconic Tiempo [soccer boot](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/football-boot). This limited edition boot is being released as a tribute to AS Roma and Italy legend Francesco Totti, who has a special affinity towards the Tiempos. The Tiempo line first began in 1985, gaining recognition over time for its highly recognizable, over-sized fold-over tongue, which was worn by eight of Brazil's World Cup-winning players in 1994. The fold-over tongue was designed to provide a flat surface atop the shoe's laces, enabling better ball-striking. However, this feature was retired in 2011 due to the evolution of boots and laces. After a four-year hiatus, the Tiempo Legend V Premium has been made available in limited quantities to honor the Tiempo line and the legend of Totti. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 25% | Activity: 36% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Revived Heritage Shoes:** Brands can tap into nostalgia and revive retired designs to cater to customers looking for a mix of classic and contemporary styles. - **Limited Edition Footwear:** Creating limited edition versions of classic footwear designs is a great way to honor legends and capture the attention of sneaker collectors. - **Functional Accessories in Sportswear:** By offering features like a fold-over tongue to enhance ball-striking, brands can incorporate functional accessories in sports shoes that go beyond aesthetics. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Sportswear:** Sportswear brands can look into reviving retired designs or adding functional features to enhance the performance of their shoes. - **Fashion:** Fashion brands can cater to customers who are looking for classic and retro styles by reviving heritage designs. - **Collectibles:** Limited edition versions of classic designs can be a lucrative market for sneaker collectors and enthusiasts. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Football Boot-Inspired Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-plus-tiempo.md) - [Retro Leather Sneaker Revivals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/total-90-iii-3.md) - [Retro-Tinged Revived Football Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/field-general-sneaker.md) - [Retro Football Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/total-90-iii-4.md) - [Modern Updated Football Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/predator-24.md) - [Clear Retro-Inspired Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/celestine-blue.md) - [Updated Monochromatic Football Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adidas-predator-1.md) - [Athlete-Remixed Retro Football Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/predator-24-1.md) - [Soft Suede Football Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/copa-mundial.md)