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Iconic Paper Sneakers

These Toy Nikes by Alexander Hughes are a Shoe-Lover's Dream

— January 15, 2012 — Art & Design
These ultra-rad paper Nike shoes are just one of the many cool hip hop-inspired paper toys that London-based graphic designer Alexander Hughes has created. Illustrated with a combination of hand drawing and Adobe Illustrator techniques, the artist masterfully reinterprets the classic sneaker with a three-dimensional, cube-shaped, paper design.

Just large enough to cover the size of you trackpad on your MacBook Air, the small decorative objects come packed in their own shoebox and would look great displayed in a college dorm room. They comes in several colors, so there are many varieties to collect as well. So if that new pair of leather Nike shoes you've been saving all your cash for are still just a little too steep in price, then why not see if you can get them crafted in a paper version made by Alexander Hughes.
Trend Themes
1. Paper Art - Disruptive innovation opportunities for companies to explore the application of paper art in their marketing and design strategies.
2. Collectible Design - Disruptive innovation opportunities for companies to create collectible designs, especially in the fashion industry to attract youth to buy more.
3. Virtual and Augmented Reality - Disruptive innovation opportunities for companies to integrate virtual and augmented reality into product design, thereby offering a unique experience to customers who are interested in these digital technologies.
Industry Implications
1. Graphic Design - Disruptive innovation opportunities for companies to leverage graphic design to create unique and attractive products or marketing campaigns that stand out and attract consumers.
2. Fashion - Disruptive innovation opportunities for companies in the fashion industry to explore new forms of design and product development that cater to a younger audience.
3. Technology - Disruptive innovation opportunities for technology companies to explore the integration of virtual and augmented reality in product design and marketing, offering unique and interactive experiences to consumers.
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