Xylar Chan is a sneaker customizer based in Hong Kong and his recent design reworks the signature React Element 87 by Nike, entitled the 'Easter Corduroy.' The new sneakers take a festive approach as Easter recently passed, also highlighting soft elements with the incorporation of corduroy materials throughout the paneling uppers.
The inspiration behind the project is by Sean Wotherspoon -- the designer often reworks bright iterations of Nike silhouettes showcased through his recent Air Max 1 and Air Max 97s. The Easter Corduroy sneakers are lined with white lambskin and feature easter-themed colors throughout the uppers, including yellow, pale green, blue, peach, and more. The only portion of the original silhouette that remains is the React Element 87 outsole.
Easter-Inspired Corduroy Sneakers
Nike's React Element 87 Boasts an Easter Corduroy Makeover
Trend Themes
1. Festive Sneaker Designs - The trend of creating festive-themed sneakers provides an opportunity for brands to capitalize on seasonal celebrations and create limited edition collections.
2. Corduroy Materials in Sneaker Design - The use of corduroy materials in sneaker design offers a unique and fashionable texture, adding a touch of nostalgia and comfort to footwear.
3. Customized Sneaker Collaborations - Collaborations between sneaker customizers and brands allow for innovative and one-of-a-kind designs that cater to niche markets and collectors.
Industry Implications
1. Footwear - The footwear industry can incorporate festive designs and unique materials into their products to cater to consumers' desire for limited edition and customized sneakers.
2. Fashion - The fashion industry can use corduroy materials and seasonal collaborations to create trendy and nostalgic designs across various apparel items, not just sneakers.
3. Collectibles - The collectibles industry can tap into the demand for limited edition and customized sneakers as valuable and sought-after items for enthusiasts and collectors.