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Lightsaber-Inspired Sneakers

Stride Rite Children's Shoes are for Star Wars Geeks

— February 8, 2012 — Fashion
With The Phantom of Menace returning to theaters soon in 2012, the onslaught of Star Wars-related merchandise is on the rise, as demonstrated with the Stride Rite Children's Shoes.

Stride Rite, a company who focuses on making shoes for children, has released a new lineup of Star Wars-related sneakers and soft soles. Some of their sneakers feature a lightsaber on each side, one lighting up to red and the other blue, to ensure your little man will be prepared for any Jedi mission. Other sneakers portray the characters of Commander Fox, Captain Rex and Darth Maul which all light up as well. R2D2 and Yoda appear in the soft soles collection.

Unfortunately for the Star Wars geek at heart, these Stride Rite Children's Shoes are only for the young ones.
Trend Themes
1. Star Wars-themed Products - Opportunity for companies to create innovative and appealing products that cater to Star Wars enthusiasts.
2. Light-up Sneakers - Potential for footwear brands to incorporate light-up features into their designs, appealing to children and adults alike.
3. Character-inspired Collections - Opportunity for brands to collaborate with popular franchises and create collections that resonate with fans.
Industry Implications
1. Children's Footwear - Potential for children's footwear brands to create themed collections that appeal to young Star Wars fans.
2. Fashion Accessories - Opportunity for accessory brands to develop Star Wars-inspired products, such as bags or hats, that can complement the sneakers.
3. Toy Industry - Opportunity for toy companies to create Star Wars-themed merchandise, including action figures and playsets, to engage young consumers.
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