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Plush Collaborative High-Top Sneakers

New Balance Continues to Grow its Leon Dore Collection

— August 9, 2022 — Lifestyle
Streetwear imprint Aimé Leon Dore continues to work in collaboration with New Balance to broaden its Leon Dore collection. The latest to drop is a high-cut iteration of the 550 sneaker model, showcased with a plush tonal suede touch to the shoe.

The sneaker also boasts some touches of leather as well and is complete with embossed logo details as it all sits on top of yellowed midsoles at the base foundation. It is seen in a cool tonal palette that boasts branding details all throughout the upper. It can be seen on the tongue, nodding to both collaborative efforts, the N on the lateral side of the shoe, and "new balance" by the collars.

Image Credit: Aime Leon Dore
Trend Themes
1. High-cut Sneaker Collaborations - As collaborative high-cut sneaker models gain more popularity, brands can explore new collaborations to expand their collection and reach diverse markets.
2. Plush Suede Sneaker Touches - With the growing interest in plush suede materials, there's an opportunity for sneaker companies to innovate and incorporate it into their designs to offer unique products.
3. Tonal Palette Sneaker Designs - Tonal palette designs are on the rise, presenting opportunities for sneaker brands to explore this design concept and introduce new styles that tap into it.
Industry Implications
1. Sportswear Industry - As the sportswear industry continues to grow, there's an opportunity for brands to collaborate with artists and designers to create unique and innovative products that complement their collection.
2. Streetwear Industry - The streetwear industry can explore collaborations with major sneaker brands to create exclusive designs that appeal to diverse markets and offer unique products.
3. Fashion Industry - There's an opportunity for fashion brands to collaborate with sneaker brands to create unique products that cater to the growing interest in streetwear-inspired fashion trends.
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