Ideas
Explore the world's #1 largest database of ideas and innovations, with 480,597 inspiring examples.
Trend Reports
Discover why 1,297 brands rely on our AI-powered Trend Reports to get better, faster insights.
Newsletter
Join 104,008 subscribers who rely on our weekly newsletter to keep up with need-to-know trends and insights.
How to Hunt
Learn more about how to hunt megatrends, ideas, patterns and opportunity.
Consumer Insights
Uncover major shifts and emerging opportunities with our exclusive PRO research.
Trend Reports
Discover why 1,297 brands rely on our AI-powered Trend Reports to get better, faster insights.
Newsletter
Join 104,008 subscribers who rely on our weekly newsletter to keep up with need-to-know trends and insights.
How to Hunt
Learn more about how to hunt megatrends, ideas, patterns and opportunity.
Advisory & Services
Accelerate innovation and ignite disruptive thinking with our award-winning programs and research.
Trend Reports
Get fast, customized trend reports, presentations and deep dives 20x faster than traditional research.
Plans
Get started today with a free consultation, our self-serve tools, or a dedicated program.
Articles & Magazine
Get inspired with our 4,233 innovation strategy articles, keynote, videos and innovation tools.
Innovation Awards
Trend Hunter’s Innovation Strategy Awards recognize the best innovation tactics gathered from our interviews with some of the world's most notable business leaders, authors and change makers.
Advisory & Services
Accelerate innovation and ignite disruptive thinking with our award-winning programs and research.
Innovation Assessment
Enhance your innovation potential with a deeper understanding of your unique innovation archetype and how your organization benchmarks.
FuturistU
Prepare for the years ahead with 100+ lessons, tactics, tools and frameworks with our full learning database.
Innovation Books
Join 20,000,000 people getting better and faster with our New York Times Bestselling books and keynote videos.
Jeremy Gutsche
Ignite your event or virtual event with our CEO, a NY Times Bestselling Author and one of the top innovation keynote speakers.
Our Team of Speakers & Virtual Presenters
Inspire your group with our most popular speakers on innovation, trends, change and futurism.
Custom Training & Events
Bring the Future Festival experience directly to your team or co-hosted custom event.
Custom Masterclasses
Join the world's leading brands who leverage our custom programs to accelerate innovation.
FuturistU 5-Day Program
Become a Futurist with our immersive 5-Day program at Future Festival World Summit.
Online eLearning
Learn the fundamentals of futurism and trends with 100+ online courses about innovation.
How to Hunt
Learn more about how to hunt megatrends, ideas, patterns and opportunity.
Contact
Get in touch to learn more, ask a question or submit a tip.
About Us
Learn more about Trend Hunter and how we accelerate innovation.
Follow-Us
Join our 3,500,000 social media followers, on the cutting edge.
How to Hunt
Learn more about how to hunt megatrends, ideas, patterns and opportunity.
FAQ
Get answers to common questions about Trend Hunter.
Community
Stay on the cutting-edge with the help of the Trend Hunter community.
Team
Meet the team trusted by hundreds of leading businesses worldwide.
Jobs
Find opportunities to accelerate your career with the #1 Trend Firm.
News
Catch up on noteworthy Trend Hunter news and media mentions.
Join
Build a portfolio and put your trend-spotting abilities to the test.
Advertising
Supercharge your marketing by partnering with Trend Hunter.
Portfolio
Visit your public portfolio and browse your past articles.
Add a Trend
Write up an article and showcase your trend-spotting skills.
My Trends
Edit your articles and see how they stack up on the leaderboards.
Settings
Edit your profile, connect your social media accounts, and more.
Add a trend, customize your dashboard, or track topics.
Future Festival
Innovation Events
Join the world's top innovators at our in person events.
Free Webinars
Learn to innovate through chaos, navigate the new normal and maintain work culture from home.
Custom Training & Events
Bring the Future Festival experience directly to your team or co-hosted custom event.
Search our database of 480,597 cutting edge ideas.

Punk-Inspired Sandal Collections

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

Dr. Martens Released a Line of Chunky Sandals

— May 29, 2018 — Fashion
Chunky footwear has grown in popularity this year prompting Dr. Martens to release its own chunky sandal, which offers consumers the opportunity to look summer-ready without compromising comfort.

This line consists of multiple footwear iterations including a snakeskin and a fluffy black option. Each shoe drew its inspiration from Gladiator sandals, but has updated that silhouette with a more punk-inspired aesthetic. The shoes feature thick soles which provide comfort and support, in addition to style. This line deviates slightly from Dr. Martens' typical offerings, while still staying true to the brand's aesthetic, offering consumers an expansive selection of shoes.

The line ranges from $95 to $125 and arrives with multiple colorways.


Image Credit: Dr. Martens
Trend Themes
1. Chunky Footwear Trend - The growing popularity of chunky footwear presents an opportunity for brands to release their own versions, offering consumers both style and comfort.
2. Punk-inspired Aesthetic Trend - The rise of the punk-inspired aesthetic in fashion opens up opportunities for brands to create edgy and unique products that cater to consumers looking for alternative styles.
3. Expanded Selection Offerings Trend - Expanding product offerings, like Dr. Martens' new line of chunky sandals, allows brands to cater to a wider range of consumer preferences and increase their market share.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion Industry - The fashion industry can capitalize on the chunky footwear and punk-inspired trend by incorporating these styles into their collections and appealing to fashion-forward consumers.
2. Footwear Industry - The footwear industry can utilize the chunky sandal trend to create new and innovative designs, attracting both fashion-conscious and comfort-seeking consumers.
3. Retail Industry - Retailers can benefit from the expanded selection offerings trend by curating a diverse range of products, meeting the demands of various consumer preferences and increasing customer satisfaction.
6.2
Score
Popularity
Activity
Freshness