# Insect-Covered Sneakers These Valentino Low-Tops for Spring 2016 Feature Delicate Butterflies By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2015-09-11 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/valentino-lowtops References: [highsnobiety](http://www.highsnobiety.com/2015/09/11/valentino-footwear-spring-2016/) & [valentino](http://www.valentino.com) Nothing says spring quite like the imagery of the butterfly, and for the brand's Spring 2016 collection these [Valentino](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/valentino-garavani-1) Low-Tops are just the ticket to help start the season off on the right foot (figuratively and literally, of course). Luxuriously appointed with butterflies that have been silkscreened onto the canvas upper, the Valentino Low-Tops feature a vulcanized rubber sole for durability and a leather heel tab for an extra touch of luxury and comfort. What's more interesting about these Valentino Low-Tops is their unexpected nature; few would guess that a brand synonymous with luxury would ever create a pair of [canvas sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/loved-to-death). However, it's clearly Valentino's commitment to staying cutting-edge that has prompted its foray into more casual styles. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.2/10 - Popularity: 47% | Activity: 10% | 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 - **Butterfly-inspired Fashion:** Incorporate butterfly imagery in fashion and accessories to create unique and unexpected designs. - **Luxury Sneakers:** Create high-end sneakers using premium materials and unexpected design elements for added value. - **Versatile Branding:** Expand brands into new areas and styles to appeal to a wider audience while still maintaining brand identity. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** Incorporating unexpected design elements like insect imagery into high-end fashion can attract new customers and stand out in a crowded market. - **Footwear:** Combining luxury materials with casual footwear can create a new niche market for high-end sneakers. - **Brand Management:** Expanding into new styles and markets can help brands grow their customer base and increase their versatility. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Fashion-Forward Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/valentino-garavani-2.md) - [Y2K-Inspired Luxury Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/valentino-garavani-1.md) - [Collab Fashion Trainers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/valentino-x-vans.md) - [Romantic Sneaker Releases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aldo-heartstep.md) - [Practical Floral-Inspired Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/floral-sneakers1.md) - [Romantic Low-Cut Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/valentines-day-1.md) - [Dandyism-Inspired Men's Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lv-buttersoft-sneaker.md) - [Floral-Accented Textural Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/atmos-pink-and-adidas.md) - [High-End Sneaker Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/viv-on-the-run.md)