# Festive Cartoon-Themed Sneakers Vans and The Simpsons Launch a Capsule Celebrating Christmas By Amy Duong | Published 2020-11-02 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vans-and-the-simpsons References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2020/10/vans-the-simpsons-christmas-capsule-2020-release) Vans and The Simpsons work in collaboration for the upcoming Holiday season this year, launching a themed capsule of sneakers following their 30th anniversary recently. The designs are festive and playful to bring joyous spirits to the sneakers. There are three models that make up the pack -- this includes the [Sk8-Hi](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kpop-demon-hunters-1), the [Old Skool](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vans-otw-x-undercover), and the Slip-On. The shoes are decorated with graphics of the beloved characters dressed up for the holidays. Homer Simpson is dressed up as Santa Claus with Marge sitting on his lap. Bart and Lisa are both holding presents with Santa's Little Helper, the pet dog, who is reaching for a bone that Maggie is holding. The graphics detail a black canvas foundation to stand out, sitting atop a white midsole. Image Credit: Vans ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.9/10 - Popularity: 9% | Activity: 10% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, 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 - **Collaborative Capsules:** Opportunity for brands to collaborate and create limited edition products that cater to niche markets. - **Festive Design:** Potential for brands to incorporate festive and playful designs in their products during holiday seasons. - **Character Licensing:** Market potential for brands to partner with popular characters or franchises to create themed products. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Footwear:** Innovative shoe designs incorporating cartoon-themed graphics can create buzz and attract consumers. - **Fashion & Apparel:** Opportunity for clothing brands to collaborate with franchises to create limited edition themed collections. - **Licensing & Entertainment:** Potential for character licensing companies to partner with brands and expand their reach in different markets. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Animated Streetwear Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-simpsons-x-family-mart.md) - [Cartoon Franchise-Inspired Clogs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-simpsons-classic-clog.md) - [Cartoon Inspired Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stan-smith-x-spongebob-squarepants.md) - [Holiday Sneaker Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adidas-x-minecraft.md) - [Functional Festive Sneaker Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kith-x-salomon-xt4k.md) - [Cartoon-Inspired Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/freizeit.md) - [Harajuku-Inspired Slip-Ons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/harajuku-punk.md) - [Wintery Cartoon Apparel Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/market-x-peanuts.md) - [Artistic Sneaker Collaborations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skechers-x-vexx.md)