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Scowling Cartoon Kicks

The adi-RISE Mickey X Brings Style with an Attitude

— September 7, 2011 — Fashion
Disney and Adidas have joined forces to bring sneaker fanatics the stylish adi-RISE Mickey X kicks. While some may quickly assume that the design will be childish due to Disney’s affiliation, I assure you that adults will want to rock a pair of these.

The adi-RISE Mickey X sneakers are a pair of impressive high-tops that are fairly similar to the Derrick Rose’s adizero Crazy Lights -- but with some slight differences. It looks a little more layered due to the addition of the front and heel strap. Otherwise, the overall design strikes a great resemblance to Rose’s signature kicks. Details include Mickey’s scowling face on the tongue and the character’s legs and feet in a crossbone-like design spread throughout the upper.

The adi-RISE Mickey X sneakers are limited editions and are available now in select retailers.
Trend Themes
1. Collaborative Branding - Partnerships between seemingly unrelated companies allow for unique collaborations and unexpected product designs.
2. Nostalgic Remixes - Brands are tapping into consumers' childhood memories and remixing nostalgic characters and themes into modern products, creating a new emotional connection with consumers.
3. Limited Edition Collectibles - Brands are creating limited edition products that tap into consumers' desires for exclusivity and uniqueness, driving demand and increasing sales.
Industry Implications
1. Footwear - The footwear industry can utilize collaborative branding and nostalgic remixes to differentiate their products in a highly competitive market.
2. Fashion - Fashion retailers can create limited edition collectibles to drive sales and create a sense of urgency for consumers to purchase.
3. Entertainment - Entertainment companies can create unique collaborations with fashion and footwear brands to create innovative products that cater to different demographics.
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