# Skatewear Kitchen Capsules The Vans x Hedley & Bennett Collection Introduces Sneakers and Aprons By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2018-09-27 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vans-x-hedley-bennett References: [foodandwine](https://www.foodandwine.com/news/vans-hedley-and-bennett) & [vans](https://www.vans.com/article_detail/hedley-bennett.html) The [Vans x Hedley & Bennett](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skate-half-cab) capsule collection brings together a skatewear brand and a maker of high-quality kitchen wear, introducing an unexpected and colorful selection of aprons and sneakers. When it came to creating the capsule, the collaborating brands found themselves inspired by the rainbow-painted wall outside of the apron factory and decided to pay tribute to it with [colorful soles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/parra-and-otw) and boldly accented aprons. In the line, consumers will find the classic Vans Sk8-Hi and Slip-On styles from Vans in water-repellent fabric, which is ideal for use in the kitchen. These pairs of sneakers were designed for those who spend a lot of time on their feet during the day—like those who work in kitchens and restaurants—as they integrate supportive inserts. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 14% | Activity: 48% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Skatewear Kitchen Capsules:** Opportunity to combine fashion and functional elements in unexpected collaborations. - **Colorful Soles and Boldly Accented Aprons:** Opportunity to infuse vibrant aesthetics into traditionally utilitarian products. - **Water-repellent Sneakers for Work Environments:** Opportunity to design footwear with specialized features for specific industries. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion and Culinary Industry:** Opportunity for fashion brands to enter the culinary market with stylish and functional kitchen wear. - **Footwear and Restaurant Industry:** Opportunity to create specialized footwear for professionals in the restaurant and kitchen industry. - **Skatewear Industry and Workwear:** Opportunity for skatewear brands to expand into the workwear market by incorporating functional elements into their designs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Premium Textural Skate Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skate-half-cab.md) - [Rider-Collaborated Sneaker Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skate-authentic-high.md) - [Bright Collaborative Skate Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skate-rowley.md) - [Knitted Heritage Skate Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/knit-pack.md) - [Café Collaborative Skate Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vans-and-papergirl.md) - [Textural Collaborative Bold Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/passport-1.md) - [Tennis-Inspired Skate Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/setinn-x-vans.md) - [Harajuku-Inspired Slip-Ons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/harajuku-punk.md) - [Surf-Inspired Skate Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yusuke-hanai-2.md)