# Wearable Cinderella Shoes Plastic Flats from Kartell and Normaluisa Channel Disney Heroine By Kathleen Moriarty | Published 2009-02-14 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wearable-cinderella-shoes-furniture-and-fashion-collide-with-the-new-wearab References: [psfk](http://www.psfk.com/2009/02/furniture-to-fashion-kartell-and-normaluisas-modern-cinderella-slipper.html) & [kartell.it](http://www.kartell.it/) Two Italian designers partnered to create a gorgeous [ballerina flat shoe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/satin-ballerin) that was inspired by [Cinderella](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/viktorrolf-x-disney)’s infamous glass slippers. Kartell, a furniture designer, and Normaluisa, a fashion designer, created the design together. Kartell designers use plastics and injection-molding technology in many of their designs. And Normaluisa’s latest clothing line was inspired by Cinderella’s story. It’s a partnership made in [Disney](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aldo-x-disney) heaven. The flats are available in a transparent and opaque color combination or two opaque color combination. Added benefit: By nature, plastic shoes are rain-proof! ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.6/10 - Popularity: 75% | Activity: 86% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: 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's Driving This Trend - **Transparent Shoes:** The trend of transparent shoes opens up opportunities for innovative designs and creative use of materials. - **Injection-molding Technology:** The growing trend of using injection-molding technology in fashion allows for efficient production and customization. - **Disney-inspired Fashion:** The trend of Disney-inspired fashion presents an opportunity for collaborations between designers and brands, creating unique products with a nostalgic appeal. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can explore the use of transparent materials and injection-molding technology to create innovative and durable footwear. - **Furniture:** The furniture industry, like Kartell, can expand its product offerings by collaborating with fashion designers to create unique and stylish footwear. - **Entertainment:** The entertainment industry can explore partnerships with fashion designers to create merchandise inspired by popular Disney characters, appealing to fans and fashion enthusiasts alike. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Couture Collector Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/viktorrolf-x-disney.md) - [Whimsical Character-Inspired Statement Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aldo-x-disney.md) - [Ultra-Luxurious Crystal Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jimmy-choo-crystal-slipper.md) - [Soft-Colored Disney Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cinderella-capsule.md) - [Celebrity-Inspired Cartoon Heels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/katy-perry-1.md) - [Chic Ballet Mesh Flats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dreaming-ballet-mesh-flats.md) - [Chic Perforated Flats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/perforated-flats.md) - [Limited-Edition Crystal Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stuart-weitzman-x-swarovski.md) - [Whimsical Film-Based Clogs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wicked-x-crocs.md)