# Splatter-Speckled Kicks Vans x XLarge Sneakers Celebrates the 20th Anniversary of XLarge By Matt Ho | Published 2011-03-30 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vans-x-xlarge-sneakers References: [hypebeast](http://hypebeast.com/2011/03/xlarge-x-vans-20th-anniversary-era/) & [vans](http://www.vans.com) Japanese brand XLarge has had 20 years in the business, so it's only appropriate that the brand celebrates by releasing a new pair of [Vans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/parra-and-otw) x XLarge Sneakers. While the theme is predominantly dark purple, the Vans x XLarge Sneakers have splatters of different colors, giving a crazy, artistic twist. It's definitely a wild design with the only subtle areas being the black laces and the white soles with black trims. In addition to this release, the brand plans to also bring out a series of tees and [New Era](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brooks-brothers-x-new-era) [59Fifty](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/weapon-suede-ox-ne) caps to complement these kicks in celebration of XLarge's 20th anniversary. The Vans x XLarge Sneakers, as well as the accompanying apparel, will be released in XLarge stores and retailers in April. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.6/10 - Popularity: 11% | Activity: 28% | 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) > [Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/shoes) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Artistic Footwear Collaborations:** Collaborating with fashion brands to create unique and eye-catching footwear designs offers disruptive innovation opportunities in the sneaker industry. - **Limited Edition Anniversary Collections:** Releasing limited edition products to celebrate milestones provides an opportunity for brands to generate buzz and create exclusivity in their offerings. - **Fashion Brand Collaborations:** Partnering with established fashion brands allows for cross-promotion and the creation of unique products that appeal to a wider audience. ### Where This Applies - **Footwear:** Incorporating artistic and inventive designs into footwear can differentiate brands and attract consumers looking for unique and visually appealing products. - **Fashion Retail:** Creating limited edition collections and partnering with other brands can drive foot traffic to physical retail stores and encourage online sales. - **Apparel:** Designing apparel to complement sneaker releases enables fashion brands to offer cohesive and fashionable outfits for consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Multi-Color Skater Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/parra-and-otw.md) - [Bold Collaborative Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sr-studio-la-ca-x-vans.md) - [Textural Update Skate Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zhang-quan-1.md) - [Graphic Skate Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vans-otw-x-undercover.md) - [Artistic Sneaker Collaborations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skechers-x-vexx.md) - [Dynamic Layered Patterning Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/premium-clash-the-wall.md) - [Harajuku-Inspired Slip-Ons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/harajuku-punk.md) - [Collaborative Bright Skate Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/old-skool-36.md) - [All-Over Patterned Skate Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anarchy-is-the-key.md)