# Leather Punctured Footwear The Uniform Experiment S/S 2013 Studded Shoe Collection is Sleek By Katie Pagnotta | Published 2013-01-23 | Updated 2013-01-26 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uniform-experiment-ss-2013 References: [highsnobiety](http://www.highsnobiety.com/2013/01/23/uniform-experiment-springsummer-2013-stud-shoe-collection/) & [uniformexperiment.jp](http://www.uniformexperiment.jp/product/index.html) The uniform experiment Spring/Summer 2013 studded shoe collection shows the company is stepping up their footwear game. In past seasons the label focused more on apparel and accessories. Now the brand is branching out and driven to formulate a market for its [stunning series of shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kleman-x-percival). The uniform experiment studded shoe collection is bold, sophisticated and packs a punch. The full range of [dark leather Oxford-style dress shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/engineered-garments-and-red-wing) can be dressed up or down and are multifunctional. Highlights of the impeccable shoe series include a [perforated leather lace-up shoe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/perforated-flats) with an intricate pattern on the toes, a back heel studded pair with subtle black stitching and a fantastic panel outline embroidered pair. The shoes are refined, polished and edgy simultaneously. The uniform experiment Spring/Summer 2013 collection will surely put them on the shoe map. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.3/10 - Popularity: 50% | Activity: 42% | 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 ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Studded Footwear:** An opportunity for companies to create bold and sophisticated shoe collections with unique patterns and details. - **Multifunctional Shoes:** A chance for brands to design versatile dress shoes that can be dressed up or down for various occasions. - **Polished Edgy Style:** A space for fashion labels to combine refined and polished elements with edgy and bold designs in their collections. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion:** Fashion brands can capitalize on the trend of studded footwear and create innovative shoe collections. - **Footwear:** Shoe companies have an opportunity to develop multifunctional dress shoes that cater to the needs of consumers. - **Design:** Designers can explore the concept of combining polished and edgy styles to create unique and eye-catching fashion pieces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Luxury Men's Footwear Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luxury-mens-footwear.md) - [Modern Sophisticated Footwear Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flex-oxford-collection.md) - [Streetwear Oxford Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1461-3eye-shoe.md) - [Suede Footwear Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crockett-jones2.md) - [Textured Floral Design Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oasis-society.md) - [Boundary-Pushing Footwear Collabs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oakley-factory-team-x-brain-dead.md) - [Versatile Collaborative Stealthy Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/needles-and-clark.md) - [Technology-Equipped Work Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uvex.md) - [Vibrant Rugged Skate Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vans-varsity-collection.md)