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Rope-Accessorized Leather Sneakers

These High-Top Leather Vans Come with an Outdoorsy Touch

— August 22, 2016 — Fashion
The 'Hiking' pack of leather Vans was made to offer consumers a high-top that's both rugged and refined at the same time. The sneakers are available in three different colorways -- with white, black and navy being the options.

Each of these colors takes over the entirety of the upper, carrying through even to the laces. The sole of the sneakers contrasts this however, with a thick beige rubber that complements it well. A colorful accessory on the heels does this too, with a knot of hiking rope dangling down. This appears in red on the black colorway, yellow on the navy and white on the all-white version.

Stitched designs in the uppers of the leather Vans offer more depth as well, making for a sneaker series that's versatile for just about any occasion.
Trend Themes
1. Outdoor-inspired Footwear - There is an opportunity for footwear brands to incorporate outdoor-inspired elements in their designs to appeal to customers seeking both style and functionality.
2. Unique Accessory Detailing - The use of unique and unexpected accessories, such as hiking ropes on sneakers, can differentiate brands and attract consumers looking for individuality in their fashion choices.
3. Multifunctional Design - Fashion items designed with versatility or multifunctionality in mind can appeal to consumers seeking value for their money and a capsule wardrobe approach to their fashion choices.
Industry Implications
1. Footwear - Footwear brands can incorporate outdoor elements, unique accessory detailing, and multifunctional designs to their product lines to differentiate themselves and appeal to their customers.
2. Outdoor Apparel - Outdoor apparel brands can collaborate with footwear brands to incorporate outdoor-inspired details into their products to further establish their brand identity and appeal to consumers seeking adventure and functionality in their fashion choices.
3. Fashion Accessories - Fashion accessory brands can incorporate hiking rope and other outdoor elements to their products to create a unique and unexpected aesthetic that sets them apart in the market.
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