You’ve probably never heard of Speedo shoes, but if Craig Port gets his way, people in Africa might just be rocking heavy footwear with their swim briefs for Spring/Summer 2010.
If a guy is going to rock a banana hammock, what are the appropriate shoes to go with it anyway? While I’d argue barefeet or flip-flops, South African designer Craig Port decided tan lace-up sneaks make the perfect speedo shoes.
In the end, it doesn’t matter—after all, especially in Craig Port’s super tiny swim briefs, it’s not the shoes that make the man.
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Swimwear-footwear Pairing
- There's an opportunity for fashion designers to create innovative shoe designs specifically for beach or swimwear.
- Sports Fashion
- There's an opportunity for sportswear and shoe brands to collaborate and create fashion-forward yet functional footwear and apparel for sports enthusiasts.
- Niche Apparel
- There's an opportunity for designers to create niche apparel items, like speedo shoes, for specific occasions or sports that can add novelty to an outfit or activity.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Footwear Industry
- There's an opportunity for the footwear industry to collaborate with fashion or sports brands to create innovative shoes for specific occasions or sports.
- Fashion Industry
- There's an opportunity for the fashion industry to create niche apparel items for specific occasions that can add novelty to an outfit and attract a new customer base.
- Sportswear Industry
- There's an opportunity for the sportswear industry to incorporate fashion-forward designs into their functional apparel and footwear, appealing to consumers who want both style and performance.
