# Native American-Influenced Mules SUICOKE and ALANUI Reinterpret the Zavo Mule for Winter 2020 By Kalin Ned | Published 2020-01-22 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zavo-mule References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2020/1/alanui-suicoke-pre-fall-winter-2020-zavo-mule-capsule-suede-patchwork-leopard-pony-skin) & [suicoke](http://suicoke.com/) Through a collaboration between [SUICOKE](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/suicoke-and-story-mfg) — a cult Japanese label, and [ALANUI](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alanui-2) , which is a Milan-based contemporary mens- and womenswear imprint, the Zavo [mule](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gilette-mule) receives an interesting aesthetic lift. The footwear is released as part of ALANUI's Pre-Fall/Winter 2020 collection and the upper of the model proves to push boundaries in subtle ways. The fashion-forward Zavo mule exhibits some influenced that reference "traditional Americana [and] folklore." The model is made available to consumers in three styles: one is patchwork, another is leopard pony skin, and the final one is suede. In addition, SUICOKE and ALANUI introduce Native American influences to the Zavo mule by adding a selection of beads and fringes as an aesthetic accent. Image Credit: SUICOKE/ ALANUI ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.9/10 - Popularity: 83% | Activity: 84% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe, Asia ## 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 - **Native American-influenced Fashion:** Integrating Native American influences into fashion and accessories to create a unique and marketable product. - **Reinterpreted Traditional Americana:** Reimagining and updating traditional American fashion styles and elements within the fashion industry. - **Luxury and Streetwear Collaborations:** Collaborating luxury and streetwear brands to create bold and innovative products that appeal to a variety of consumers. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion Industry:** Introducing new and innovative designs, styles, and product features to create a unique culture and increase sales in the fashion industry. - **Accessory Industry:** Introducing new handcrafted and designer accessories to offer a unique approach to traditional styles. - **Luxury and Streetwear Fashion Industry:** Creating high-end, luxury clothing items with luxury materials and attention to detail. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Patterned Puffy Artisanal Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/suicoke-and-story-mfg.md) - [Dynamic Technical Seasonal Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/suicoke-4.md) - [Functional Relaxed Winter Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/suicoke-fw24-footwear-collection.md) - [Bigfoot-Inspired Bizarre Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ninlo.md) - [Functional Luxury Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ring-moc.md) - [Cozy Collaborative Cushioned Mules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/puffy-mule.md) - [Artfully Dynamic Collaborative Mules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tareet-1.md) - [Collaborative Futuristic Footwear Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/space-available-1.md) - [Collaborative Stylish Sneaker Mules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-balance-530-mules.md)