Japanese streetwear imprint BAPE unveils a new set of tonal colorways that are ready for the summer in the form of the iconic BAPESTA sneaker model. The range arrives for the Spring/Summer 2019 season and features three new tonal options that highlight a color-blocking design.
The sneakers are constructed from patent leather materials across the uppers to give off a shiny coat. The BAPESTA sneaker model comes in pink, orange, and navy blue, as well as yellow, navy blue, and light blue, and lastly, yellow, black, and green. The third colorway draws inspiration from the Jamaican flag and each model is finished with branding details at the side. The signature star emblem informs the lateral and medial sides with additional details found at the midsole and the tongue.
Bold Summer-Ready Tonal Sneakers
BAPE Launches a New Set of BAPESTA Sneaker Colorways for SS19
Trend Themes
1. Tonal Sneakers - There is a growing trend towards bold and bright tonal sneakers with color-blocking designs that can be used to create unique fashion statements.
2. Patent Leather Materials - The use of patent leather materials in sneaker construction is becoming more popular, providing opportunity for companies to innovate and create new styles with this material.
3. Jamaican-inspired Colorways - The Jamaican-inspired colorway trend seen in the new BAPESTA sneaker models presents an opportunity for companies to tap into cultural influences and create fresh design concepts in the fashion industry.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion - The fashion industry has an opportunity to capitalize on the growing trend of tonal sneakers and use patent leather materials to create unique designs that make a statement.
2. Streetwear - The streetwear industry can seize the opportunity to leverage the popularity of tonal sneakers with color-blocking designs to create new products and establish a unique brand identity.
3. Sportswear - Sportswear companies can take advantage of the trend of tonal sneakers with patent leather materials to introduce new styles into the market, providing an option for fashionable athletic footwear.