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Egyptian-Emulating Footwear

The UnaUna Summer 2011 Collection Favors Special Leather Styles

— July 10, 2011 — Fashion
Egyptian style -- like the aesthetic that the UnaUna Summer 2011 shoe collection channels -- has long been associated with opulence and simplicity. While the Grecian laced-up style of sandals was heavily popular last summer, this summer stylists are favoring more basic leather styles. Fashionistas who are cost-conscious can emulate opulence without having to purchases accessories that will grow tiresome.

As opposed to over-the-top laced-up leather designs, the UnaUna Summer 2011 shoe collection focuses on basic designs with unusual angles and shapes. The minute geometric details within each of these shoes are both on-point with styles this season, as well as wearable well into future seasons, making any of this footwear a great purchase.

Implications - Designs that appear to be basic enough to offer consumers longevity, yet are a change from the existing styles on the market are the best purchases for economy-aware consumers. Businesses that offer stylish, yet simple products that can be worn or used over long periods of time -- such as these UnaUna shoes -- will be most popular during a credit crunch.
Trend Themes
1. Opulent Simplicity - Designs that combine opulence and simplicity are popular among cost-conscious fashionistas, presenting an opportunity for businesses to offer stylish and long-lasting products.
2. Unusual Angles and Shapes - Footwear designs with unexpected geometric details and shapes are on-trend, providing opportunities for innovative shoe companies to capture consumer attention.
3. Longevity in Design - Consumers seek products with longevity that can be worn or used over long periods of time, creating a market for businesses that offer stylish yet durable items.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion Accessories - The fashion accessories industry can incorporate the opulent simplicity trend by offering cost-conscious consumers stylish and enduring accessories.
2. Shoe Manufacturing - Shoe manufacturers can capitalize on the trend of unusual angles and shapes by creating innovative footwear designs with geometric details that stand out in the market.
3. Sustainable Fashion - The sustainable fashion industry can leverage the trend of longevity in design by producing eco-friendly and durable products that appeal to conscious consumers.
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