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Futuristically Spiky Footwear

The Nike Free Orbit II SP is a Stylish Cool Grey Slip-On Sneaker

— April 29, 2014 — Fashion
The Nike Free Orbit II SP is a futuristic shoe that rivals even the aptly named Moon Boot. Its cool grey surface, which is an additional colorway to the highly anticipated original black design, it brings to mind lunar surfaces and other sci-fi images. Not to mention the texture brought into the mix thanks to the soft spikes that protrude over the entirety of its body.

Boasting a Free 5.0 sole and a low-cut slip-on upper, the Nike Free Orbit II SP sneaker finishes the three dimensional geometric patterned surface with a medial zipper. It recently hit stores this past weekend to the delight of Australian fans. Comfortable and stylish, it is hard not to imagine people wanting to hop on an expensive flight to get their hands on the $200USD sneakers.
Trend Themes
1. Futuristic Footwear - The trend of futuristic footwear presents opportunities for disruptive innovation in materials, design, and functionality.
2. Geometric Patterns - The trend of geometric patterns in footwear offers opportunities for disruptive innovation in customization and 3D printing technology.
3. Slip-on Sneakers - The trend of slip-on sneakers provides opportunities for disruptive innovation in comfort, convenience, and seamless design.
Industry Implications
1. Athletic Footwear - The athletic footwear industry can tap into the trend of futuristic footwear and leverage disruptive innovation in materials, performance-enhancing features, and smart technology integration.
2. Fashion Retail - The fashion retail industry can embrace the trend of geometric patterns in footwear and explore disruptive innovations in production processes, sustainable materials, and augmented reality shopping experiences.
3. Sportswear Retail - The sportswear retail industry can capitalize on the trend of slip-on sneakers and pursue disruptive innovations in manufacturing techniques, eco-friendly materials, and seamless athleisure designs.
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