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Fall-Ready Suede Sneakers

New Balance's 1500 Robin Hood Sneakers Pay Tribute to the Heroic Outlaw

— October 30, 2018 — Fashion
Footwear label New Balance introduced its new fall tonal option in the form of the 1500 Robin Hood sneakers. In correlation to its name, the sneakers draw design cues from the fictional character. The footwear model is constructed in England and its design nods to the character through its tonal finish. Made up of a blend of premium brown leather and green nubuck materials all throughout its uppers, the sneaker's colorway represents Robin Hood's signature costume.

Additional details include some perforated accents across the toebox, a contrasting white midsole and a dark brown tonal lacing system. The New Balance 1500 Robin Hood sneakers are now available for purchase at select New Balance stockists for $180.
Trend Themes
1. Tonal Sneaker Designs - Brands can offer themed tonal sneakers that incent multigenerational folklore enthusiasts to invest in.
2. Sustainable Sneaker Production - Brands can opt to create eco-friendly versions that use recyclable or biodegradable materials as a point of differentiation.
3. Custom Sneaker Brands - Customized raw leather options that let buyers engrave messages or names can be offered as a novel gifting opportunity.
Industry Implications
1. Footwear - Brands can target multiple market segments with folklore-inspired and eco-friendly options that appeal to conscientious consumer behavior.
2. Fashion and Apparel Retail - Stores can function as exclusive joint-venture partners to create limited edition collaborated pieces that help usher in creative topics that attract new clientele.
3. Social Media Influencers - Wearing one-of-a-kind customized sneakers or offering DIY sneaker painting workshops in collaboration with fashion influencers and bloggers can boost brand visibility, help foster personal styling preference while diversifying investments.
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