Nike introduces a new tonal and design iteration of the iconic Dunk Low Decon sneaker model with the N7 colorway palette to join its roster. Perfect for spring, the shoe is decorated with floral accents across the shoe and joins the ongoing N7 collection, which is made to celebrate Native American and Indigenous communities with themed apparel and footwear.
The pieces are also sold to support the company's N7 fund, which has notably helped over 270 communities since 2009. The shoes are adorned with floral themed throughout the white and cream base with stitching patterns throughout the shoe to channel a deconstructed design language. It is also highlighted with red details and outlined with white blanket stitching.
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Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Flower-themed Sneakers
- Opportunity for shoe manufacturers to utilize floral embroidery designs on their low-cut sneakers
- Ethnic-themed Apparel and Footwear
- Increased demand for themed clothing and shoes as a way to celebrate ethnic communities and support related funds
- Deconstructed Design Language
- Innovative design opportunity for shoe manufacturers to incorporate deconstructed elements in their sneaker models
Where This Applies
- Footwear Industry
- Manufacturers of low-cut sneakers can capitalize on the trend of floral embroidered sneakers with deconstructed designs
- Athletic Wear Industry
- The growing demand for themed apparel and footwear offers an opportunity for manufacturers of athletic wear to cater to ethnic communities
- Fashion Industry
- The use of floral embroidery and deconstructed designs in one product offers a new product design opportunity for companies in the fashion industry
