# Slithering Reptilian Footwear The Vans Vault 'Snake Pack' is Dangerously Exotic By Matt Ho | Published 2011-09-24 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vans-vault-snake-pack References: [f5torefresh](http://f5torefresh.com/2011/09/21/vans-vault-slip-on-“snake-pack”/) & [freshngood](http://www.freshngood.com/?p=59288) For a collection of casual sneakers, the [Vans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vans-otw-x-undercover) Vault 'Snake Pack' has a surprisingly exotic look currently out on the market. The Vans Vault 'Snake Pack' shows off a collection with a predatory edge -- a reptilian one that is. For the [slip-on models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/slip-on-rs), the entire upper features a [snake skin pattern](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snakeskin-colorway-3) that actually enhances this style of footwear, which is usually more mundane and dull. The brand is also bringing out a collection of high-tops for those who prefer laces. This time, the upper isn't completely embedded with snake skin; instead, it's contrasted by other materials such as leather. The Vans Vault Slip-On 'Snake Pack' is fairly different from what most are used to from the brand. Either way, it's a model that stands out from the usual skate shoes they produce, and it should turn some heads. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.2/10 - Popularity: 87% | Activity: 92% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% 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 ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Exotic Sneaker Patterns:** The Vans Vault 'Snake Pack' showcases the trend of using exotic animal prints on casual sneakers, creating a unique and eye-catching style. - **Contrasting Materials:** The Vans Vault 'Snake Pack' highlights the trend of combining snake skin patterns with other materials such as leather, introducing a new level of visual contrast. - **Bold Slip-on Sneakers:** The Vans Vault Slip-On 'Snake Pack' represents the trend of reimagining slip-on sneakers with bold and attention-grabbing designs. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Footwear:** The 'Snake Pack' by Vans Vault presents an opportunity for footwear companies to experiment with exotic prints and materials, attracting fashion-forward consumers. - **Fashion Accessories:** The trend of incorporating animal prints on sneakers, as seen in the Vans Vault 'Snake Pack,' provides an opportunity for fashion accessory brands to create unique and statement-making footwear styles. - **Streetwear:** The bold and edgy designs of the Vans Vault 'Snake Pack' can inspire streetwear brands to explore disruptive innovation in their footwear designs, appealing to the urban fashion market. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Animal-Inspired Patterned Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snakeskin-colorway-2.md) - [Graphic Skate Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vans-otw-x-undercover.md) - [Reptile-Pattern Sleek Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chuck-70s-1.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) - [Formally Transformed Skate Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mastery-atelier.md) - [Dynamic Graphic Skate Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sr-studio-la-ca.md) - [Zodiac Snakeskin-Finished Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dr-martens-year-of-the-snake.md) - [Retro Hiking-Detailed Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/slip-on-rs.md)