# Embelished Designer Sneakers These Versace Medusa High Sneakers are Incredibly Extravagant By M | Published 2014-07-22 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/versace-medusa-high-sneakers References: [freshnessmag](http://www.freshnessmag.com/2014/07/22/versace-medusa-high-sneakers/) & [versace](http://www.versace.com/) These [Versace](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bright-crystal) Medusa High Sneakers combine dapper style with [luxury fabrics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-tie-20). These sneakers are sure to get you noticed when you walk down the street. Versace is known for creating outlandish luxury fashion pieces that most consumers hope to one day own and collect. These Versace Medusa High Sneakers combine the brand's Italian heritage and iconography with a minimal design aesthetic. These athletic shoes are made entirely from premium white or black leather. The [high-top design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sons-rogue-baseline-hi-top-tan) makes these sneakers super hip and great for wearing on a day-to-day basis. The front of the sneaker tongue is covered in a golden Medusa embellishment that stands out against the natural look of the leather. These sneakers are lace-free so you can slip them on and off in a flash. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.8/10 - Popularity: 42% | Activity: 33% | 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) > [Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/shoes) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Outlandish Luxury Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunities in this trend include creating alternative materials for luxury fashion items and incorporating technology into high-end designs. - **Minimal Design Aesthetic:** Disruptive innovation opportunities in this trend include exploring sustainable and eco-friendly materials for minimalist fashion designs and incorporating functional features into minimalistic products. - **Lace-free Footwear:** Disruptive innovation opportunities in this trend include developing new fastening mechanisms for footwear that provide convenience and comfort without compromising style and aesthetics. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Luxury Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunities in this industry include incorporating technological advancements into high-end fashion products to enhance the customer experience. - **Sustainable Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunities in this industry include developing eco-friendly alternatives to traditional fashion materials and promoting circular fashion practices. - **Footwear Manufacturing:** Disruptive innovation opportunities in this industry include exploring new materials and production techniques to create innovative and customizable footwear solutions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Futuristic Sandal Hybrid Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/versace-mercury.md) - [Fashion-Forward Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/valentino-garavani-2.md) - [Minimalist Sock-Like Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gucci-slipon-sneaker.md) - [Vibrant Luxurious Panelling Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yellow-orbit.md) - [Soccer-Inspired Sneaker Styles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/p448-monza-sneakers.md) - [High-End Sneaker Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/viv-on-the-run.md) - [Dynamic Ultra-High Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/platform-sneaker-1.md) - [Subtly Luxurious Sneaker Styles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/burberry-box-sneakers.md) - [Crystal-Encrusted Stealthy Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-plus-moonlight.md)