# Satin Slip-On Shoes Vans Japan Released a Lookbook That Includes Beautifully Embroidered Designs By Riley von Niessen | Published 2016-07-04 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vans-japan References: [hypebeast](http://hypebeast.com/2016/7/vans-japan-2016-fall-winter-lookbook) & [vansjapan](http://www.vansjapan.com/) A recent lookbook from [Vans Japan](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vans-varsity-collection) boasts a series of styles that feature intricate patterns and a number of unconventional designs. The collection was created for the fall and winter seasons, ranging from slip-on styles to high-top sneakers. What is most notable about the Vans Japan line are the embroidered satin shoes, which are offered in a powerful red or an electric blue. The design makes use of the classic Vans silhouette, with white soles contrasting with the vibrant colorways. The embroidery designs pay tribute to Japanese culture, making sure to include the name of the country along with images of dragons and symbols. Other styles include [denim uppers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vans-otw-and-fdmtl) covered in white floral designs, [soft faux fur slip-ons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/harbor-mule-slipon), mostly monochrome versions, wave-like prints and a series of geometric designs. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.4/10 - Popularity: 92% | Activity: 93% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## 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 - **Intricate Embroidery Patterns:** Opportunity for fashion and retail industries to incorporate traditional designs from different cultures into their products. - **Satin Slip-ons:** Opportunity for footwear industry to experiment with unconventional and luxurious materials for their slip-on designs. - **Personalized Sneakers:** Opportunity for tech and fashion industries to combine forces to offer personalized embroidery designs on sneakers. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** Industry can take inspiration from different cultures for their designs, adding a unique twist to their products. - **Footwear:** Industry can experiment with unconventional materials, such as satin, to add a luxurious feel to their slip-on designs and stand out in the market. - **Tech:** Industry can collaborate with fashion brands to create personalized embroidery designs for sneakers using innovative technology platforms. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Vibrant Rugged Skate Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vans-varsity-collection.md) - [Formally Transformed Skate Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mastery-atelier.md) - [Bejeweled Checkered Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mattias-gollin.md) - [Asymmetrical Slip‑on Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/engineered-garments-x-vans.md) - [Pearl Bead Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pearlized-pack.md) - [Knitted Crochet Checkerboard Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/knitted-half-cab.md) - [Fashion-Inspired Skate Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/old-skool-36-souvenir.md) - [Hybrid Skate Slip-On Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/erap-shoe.md) - [Formal Skate Boat Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vans-2-eyelet.md)