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Artisanal Muted Leather Sneakers

Solebox & adidas Consortium Reworked the Quesence & Pureboodt DBR

— April 30, 2018 — Fashion
Berlin sneaker retailer Solebox joined forces with adidas Consortium once again to create new iterations of the Quesence silhouette and the Pureboost DBR model. The two signature sneakers have been re-imagined in a muted colorway in order to draw more focus on the craftmanship of the shoes. The premium textiles, Italian leatherworks, and artisanal details are the main focus of the two new versions.

The Quesence sneakers maintain the retro inspiration that boasts through the paneling in order to highlight its premium leather and suede uppers. The overall colorway is a tonal gray, with subtle contrasts of suede and nubuck in a vegetable tan hue. The Pureboost DPR is constructed in a knit material on its uppers and has more of a performance focus than the Quesence; it has a two-toned colorway of gray, and is also contrasted by vegetable tan tones through its leather details.
Trend Themes
1. Artisanal Sneakers - The trend is towards handmade and premium quality sneakers that are redefining luxury footwear.
2. Muted Colorways - The trend towards subtle and understated colors is creating a new visual language for sneakers.
3. Retro Inspiration - Sneakers inspired by classic designs continue to find new audiences because of their timeless appeal.
Industry Implications
1. Footwear - As consumer preferences shift towards premium, artisanal, and sustainably sourced products, footwear companies have an opportunity to innovate and disrupt the existing market.
2. Luxury Goods - The trend towards artisanal and premium quality sneakers provides an opportunity for luxury goods companies to expand their offerings and tap into a growing market.
3. Fashion - The collaboration between Solebox and adidas Consortium highlights how the fashion industry can leverage partnerships between established and emerging brands to create new and innovative products.
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