# Heavy Metal-Inspired Sneakers The Vans x Metallica Collaboration Appeals to Music and Shoe Fans By Erin Fox | Published 2012-10-03 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vans-x-metallica References: [highsnobiety](http://www.highsnobiety.com/2012/10/02/vans-x-metallica-kill-em-all-half-cab-pro) & [vans](http://www.vans.com/) Combine rock n’ roll legends and a beloved skate board company and the outcome unleashes the [Vans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/old-skool-music) x [Metallica](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scholar-rancher) mid-sole sneaker. For Metallica’s 30th anniversary of its iconic album 'Kill ‘Em All,' Vans extended the offer to produce limited-edition kicks titled the name of the album. The all-black sneaker comes in suede with special tags on the side panel and tongue. Special lyrics line the rim of the heel with a red tagged “Kill ‘Em All” on the inner shoe. This shoe is exclusively sold at [Atlas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/louis-vuittons-perfume-atlas) stores across the globe. This item is perfect for the rock star lover or the skater with a rock n’ roll vibe. The sneakers feature a beige and red tie-dye sole which gives the black a special surprise. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.7/10 - Popularity: 78% | Activity: 86% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## 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 - **Music-inspired Collaborations:** Opportunity to explore partnerships between fashion brands and music icons for unique product offerings. - **Personalized Fashion Accessories:** Opportunity to create personalized fashion accessories such as shoes with lyrics or quotes that relate to the consumer. - **Sneaker Customization:** Opportunity for brands to offer customization services for consumers who want to express their unique style through their sneakers. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion and Footwear:** Industry players could explore collaborations with different industries to create innovative designs. - **Music and Entertainment:** Opportunities for music and entertainment industry to expand product offerings and reach new consumers through collaborations with fashion brands. - **Retail:** Retail businesses can offer customization services and personalized products to appeal to consumers seeking unique fashion experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Alt Metal Band-Collaborative Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/campus-2.md) - [Music-Oriented Skateboarding Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/old-skool-music.md) - [Rockband-Inspired Rancher Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scholar-rancher.md) - [Graphic Skate Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vans-otw-x-undercover.md) - [All-Over Patterned Skate Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anarchy-is-the-key.md) - [00s Skateboarding-Inspired Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-bullet.md) - [Collab Fashion Trainers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/valentino-x-vans.md) - [K-Pop Movie Shoe Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kpop-demon-hunters-1.md) - [Textural Collaborative Bold Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/passport-1.md)