Kanji Croc Kicks

The Lacoste I Love Tokyo Shoes from Mcqueen is a Tribute to the Far East

Rome sneaker store McQueen has put their own unique stamp on the Lacoste I Love Tokyo Collection. Their unique design features the Lacoste Missouri wrapped in 'Japanese newspaper-print fabric.'

This shoe from the Lacoste I Love Tokyo Collection may have what it takes to make me a fan of Lacoste footwear. Wrapping the whole shoe in Kanji characters is what really gives this shoe a look that sets it apart from all others. Check it out in the featured gallery and continue clicking below to see more cool Lacoste kicks and clothing.

Japanese-inspired Sneaker Designs
Opportunity for brands to create unique and culturally significant sneaker designs inspired by Japanese aesthetics.
Printed Fabric Wrapping
Innovation in using printed fabrics to wrap and customize sneakers, creating a distinctive visual appeal.
Collaborations Between Fashion Brands
Potential for collaborations between fashion brands to create limited-edition sneakers that combine unique design elements.

Where This Applies

Fashion Retail
Retailers can tap into the popularity of unique sneaker designs to attract fashion-forward consumers.
Textile Printing
Opportunity for textile printing companies to work with footwear brands to develop custom printed fabrics for sneakers.
Streetwear
Streetwear brands can expand their product offerings by collaborating with footwear brands to create exclusive sneaker collections.
SCORE
2.5 out of 10
GENDER
70% Men30% Women
MARKETTop markets: North America, Europe
GENERATION
  • Gen Z
  • Gen Alpha
  • Millennial (primary audience)
  • Gen X (primary audience)
POPULARITY
Popularity 35%
Activity 31%
Freshness 8%

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