Utilitarian Neutral-Toned Wedges

The TOMS Desert Bootie is Another Pair of Chic Charitable Kicks

The TOMS Desert Bootie is the latest ladies summer shoe by the infamous one-for-one shoe brand. Available at Nordstrom, the neutral-toned wedges are a chic option from the socially savvy Santa Monica-based brand that provides one pair of shoes to a child in need to for every pair sold.

Credited with inspiring countless other social enterprises and entrepreneurs, the TOMS story is continuously evolving as it incorporates seasonal trends into its collections and additionally includes their expansion into eyewear.

The TOMS Desert Bootie is references the silhouette of a chukka boot and boasts utilitarian details in its suede upper and lace up detailing.

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Chic Charitable Kicks
Opportunity for other shoe brands to create stylish footwear that also gives back to those in need.
Social Enterprises
Opportunity for entrepreneurs to start businesses that prioritize social impact in addition to profitability.
Expansion Into Eyewear
Opportunity for brands in the eyewear industry to incorporate charitable giving into their business models.

Sectors Adopting This

Shoe
Opportunity for shoe brands to incorporate charitable giving into their business models.
Fashion
Opportunity for fashion brands to adopt a social enterprise model and prioritize giving back.
Eyewear
Opportunity for eyewear brands to incorporate charitable giving into their business models.
SCORE
6.4 out of 10
GENDER
30% Men70% Women
MARKETTop markets: North America
GENERATION
  • Gen Z
  • Gen Alpha
  • Millennial (primary audience)
  • Gen X (primary audience)
POPULARITY
Popularity 85%
Activity 98%
Freshness 8%

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