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Simplistic Vulcanized Shoe Capsules

YMC Presents its Vulcanised Sneaker Capsule with 4 Colorways

— July 9, 2023 — Fashion
British brand YMC presents its newest collection in the form of the Vulcanised Sneaker series for the Pre-Fall 2023 season. The collection has a retro theme behind it and also taps into elements of New York City for influence as well. The core focus is its sustainable mindset with eco-friendly techniques.

There are four new shoes that join the range and it is all made in Korea. It stems from high-top, low-top, mules, or slip-on silhouettes. All of these are made from cotton canvas materials across the upper for a soft and breathable feel that encourages movement. The seasonal colorway palette includes the options of black or off-white for those who want a muted look and yellow or green for a brighter pop.

Image Credit: YMC, hypebeast, youmustcreate
Trend Themes
1. Sustainable Footwear - Expanding the use of eco-friendly techniques and materials in shoe manufacturing can disrupt the footwear industry by appealing to environmentally conscious consumers.
2. Retro-themed Collections - Incorporating elements of nostalgia and retro aesthetics in fashion collections presents disruptive innovation opportunities by tapping into consumers' desire for vintage-inspired fashion.
3. Korean Shoe Manufacturing - Exploring the efficiency and quality of Korean shoe manufacturing can open up disruptive innovation opportunities in the footwear industry by leveraging the expertise and capabilities of Korean manufacturers.
Industry Implications
1. Footwear - The footwear industry can explore sustainable practices, retro-themed designs, and Korean shoe manufacturing to drive disruptive innovation and meet evolving consumer demands.
2. Fashion - The fashion industry can adopt sustainable footwear and incorporate retro-themed collections to disrupt the market and attract eco-conscious and nostalgia-seeking consumers.
3. Manufacturing - Manufacturing industries, especially those involved in shoe production, can leverage Korean manufacturing expertise to drive disruptive innovation in production processes and enhance product quality.
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