# Gold-Chained Shoes Vans Santigold Sneakers Link You Up with Style By Summer Luu | Published 2010-11-21 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vans-santigold-sneakers References: [highsnobiety](http://www.highsnobiety.com/news/2010/11/18/vans-x-santigold/) & [highsnobiety](http://www.highsnobiety.com/news/2010/11/18/vans-x-santigold/) The [Vans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pearlized-pack) Santigold Sneakers are a very rad pair of high-tops with a touch of shiny glamor. These high-tops are made of black leather with a [gold chain hanging off the side](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lace-pearls). The shoe is sleek and slim, perfect for ladies who want that rock-infused edge that also adds a lot of class to streetwear looks. The Vans Santigold Sneakers even have a [gold metal plate](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/metallic-gold-1) in the front to make the shoes even more blinging. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.5/10 - Popularity: 60% | Activity: 68% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% 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) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Stylish Sneakers:** Incorporating decorative elements like gold chains on traditional sneaker designs creates opportunities for bold fashion statements. - **Luxury Streetwear:** Utilizing high-end materials and embellishments on streetwear items can attract consumers looking for elevated fashion options. - **Collaborative Fashion:** Partnerships between fashion brands and musicians or artists can result in unique and eye-catching designs. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Footwear:** Footwear companies can experiment with incorporating unique materials and design elements to create statement-making sneakers. - **Fashion:** Fashion brands can partner with musicians or influencers to create collaborative collections that bring together multiple fan bases. - **Marketing and Advertising:** Marketing agencies can help fashion brands promote their collaborations and unique product offerings through targeted campaigns. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Pearl Bead Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pearlized-pack.md) - [Fashion-Inspired Skate Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/old-skool-36-souvenir.md) - [Revived Skate Gem Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/era-95-lucky-charm.md) - [Bold Collaborative Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sr-studio-la-ca-x-vans.md) - [Flashy Gold Utilitarian Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zoom-vomero-5-4.md) - [Dynamic Graphic Skate Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sr-studio-la-ca.md) - [Reimagined Skate Classic Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/charms-pack.md) - [Athletic Shoe Adornments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lace-pearls.md) - [Glittery Pink Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rose-gold-colorway.md)