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Kicks for the Peeps

NBA Star Wears $15 Sneakers, IN GAMES

— June 26, 2007 — Celebs
New York Knick fans and critics are a cranky bunch and are as likely to boo their team as to cheer. This is especially true when it comes to Knick's star Stephon Marbury who is often viewed as an uncoachable ballhog. But Marbury's $17 million salary hasn't made him forget growing up in Coney Island's projects. His Starbury brand of sneakers, under $15 and clothing, under $10, bucks the trend that pressures kids to spend hundreds of dollars on sneakers and athletic wear to relate to their sports heroes.
Trend Themes
1. Affordable Athletic Wear - The trend of offering affordable athletic wear allows consumers to enjoy the same quality and style at a fraction of the cost, disrupting the traditional high-priced market.
2. Athletes' Influence on Fashion - The trend of athletes endorsing affordable, high-quality products like Stephon Marbury's Starbury brand showcases the potential for athletes to disrupt the fashion industry and offer alternatives to expensive brands.
3. Consumer Demand for Socially Responsible Brands - Stephon Marbury's Starbury brand, with its affordable pricing and accessible styling, taps into the growing trend of consumers seeking socially responsible brands that prioritize affordability without compromising quality or design.
Industry Implications
1. Athletic Apparel - In the athletic apparel industry, there is an opportunity to disrupt the high-priced market and offer affordable alternatives like the Starbury brand, appealing to price-conscious consumers without sacrificing quality or style.
2. Sportswear - The sportswear industry can embrace disruptive innovation by partnering with athletes like Stephon Marbury who advocate for affordable options, providing consumers with access to high-quality products at budget-friendly prices.
3. Sneaker Market - In the sneaker market, there is an opportunity for disruption by offering affordable sneakers that resonate with consumers who want to emulate their sports heroes but at a fraction of the usual cost.
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