# Electric Tribal-Printed Sneakers The Vans Van Doren 59s Shoes are Influenced by Vintage Patterns By Trenton Millar | Published 2012-10-03 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vans-van-doren-59s-shoes References: [highsnobiety](http://www.highsnobiety.com/2012/10/03/van-doren-era-59-tribal-pack) & [shop.vans](http://shop.vans.com/catalog/Vans/en_US/style/exdvdr.html?categoryId=125605&colorCode=EXD76I) The [Vans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/parra-and-otw) Van Doren 59s shoes are a pretty crazy [tribal-printed set of casual sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vans-varsity-collection). The shoes are the latest creation from Vans' 46-year-long history of creating great street shoes that began in 1966. The tribal print looks like it came from the opening credits of Saved By the [Bell](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bell-7-ross-br03-helipad), and that's a compliment! This print could also be derived from the early 60s. So, while the print is based off of patterns that have been seen before, the print still feels very current. The Vans Van Doren 59s shoes come in two color ways. One has a neon pink pattern on it and the other has a neon green one. These kicks come in both men's and women's sizes and can be found in Vans stores as well as retailers that carry the brand. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.0/10 - Popularity: 37% | Activity: 74% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - 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 ### What's Driving This Trend - **Electric Tribal-printed Sneakers:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the use of bold tribal prints in other fashion accessories. - **Vintage-inspired Street Shoes:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design retro-themed footwear with modern twists for a nostalgic appeal. - **Gender-inclusive Footwear:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop unisex sneakers that cater to a diverse range of consumers. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introduce unique prints and patterns to revitalize traditional fashion. - **Footwear:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Combine vintage aesthetics with modern technology to create innovative footwear designs. - **Retail:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Embrace gender-neutral fashion trends to attract a wider customer base. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Multi-Color Skater Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/parra-and-otw.md) - [All-Over Patterned Skate Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anarchy-is-the-key.md) - [Streetwear Skate Remixes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-future.md) - [Fashion-Inspired Skate Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/old-skool-36-souvenir.md) - [Sophisticated Tassel-Detailed Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carver-sneaker.md) - [Camo-Print Colorful Skate Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bape-and-vans.md) - [Graphic Skate Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vans-otw-x-undercover.md) - [Premium Stylish Hiking Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/old-skool-36-trail.md) - [Bold Collaborative Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sr-studio-la-ca-x-vans.md)