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Cartoon-Inspired Kicks

The VANS Disney Collection is an Adorable Throwback

— August 9, 2013 — Fashion
As one gets older it seems as though one needs to diminish their love for cartoon characters, but with this VANS Disney Collection you can continue being a fan.

Made in the typical high quality of VANS products, these shoes are designed in the traditional shape. What is different is the upper is completely covered in Disney characters. Favorites such as Mickey Mouse, Winnie the Pooh and Donald Duck are all featured on the shoes. The cartoon depictions are accurate representations of what they look like in their movies and shows, which will make any fan happy. These shoes also incorporate solid colors, which still makes the shoe feel grown up. The VANS Disney Collection is the perfect way to show your cartoon pride, all the while continuing to look great.
Trend Themes
1. Cartoon-themed Fashion - Incorporating beloved cartoon characters into fashion designs creates a nostalgic and playful trend that resonates with fans of all ages.
2. Character-covered Footwear - Using popular characters to cover the entire upper of shoes adds a fun and eye-catching element to traditional footwear designs, appealing to cartoon enthusiasts.
3. Adult Animation Merchandise - Creating products that feature cartoon characters in a way that appeals to grown-ups allows fans to express their love for animation while maintaining a mature aesthetic.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion Retail - Brands in the fashion retail industry can leverage the popularity of cartoon-themed fashion by creating collections that feature beloved characters, attracting customers with nostalgic appeal.
2. Footwear Manufacturing - Footwear manufacturers can explore innovative designs by incorporating cartoon characters onto the entire upper of shoes, providing unique and eye-catching options in the market.
3. Merchandising and Licensing - Merchandising and licensing companies have an opportunity to collaborate with animation studios and develop adult-focused merchandise featuring cartoon characters, catering to the growing demographic of adult animation enthusiasts.
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