Cleveland-based fashion boutique XHIBITION works in collaboration with adidas on a new colorful iteration of the FWY Secant sneaker. The original design stemmed from the purpose of creating a sneaker that is perfect for the trail and for casually strolling on the streets.
The two update the shoe with a stark color palette and a layering construction. The upper is predominantly black and is made from a blend of mesh and neoprene as the base layer foundation. Overlaying on top of this is a large leather panel with a outer shell that overlaps the suede mudguard. The lacing system is done in steel gray and boasts asymmetrical aesthetics. The left shoe's tongue replaces the adidas graphic with XHIBITION's "X" in a contrasting purple.
Colorful Versatile Trail Sneakers
XHIBITION and adidas Join Forces on a FEY Secant Sneaker
Trend Themes
1. Versatile Trail Sneakers - Opportunity for outdoor sportswear companies to innovate by creating colorfully-designed versatile trail sneakers.
2. Collaborative Sneakers - Trend for fashion boutiques and sneaker companies to collaborate and create unique sneaker designs for consumers.
3. Layered Construction Sneakers - Innovative opportunity to create layered construction sneakers that blend a variety of materials to create a visually dynamic design.
Industry Implications
1. Outdoor Sportswear - Opportunity for outdoor sportswear companies to innovate by creating colorfully-designed versatile trail sneakers.
2. Fashion Retail - Trend for fashion boutiques and sneaker companies to collaborate and create unique sneaker designs for consumers.
3. Footwear Manufacturing - Innovative opportunity for footwear manufacturers to create layered construction sneakers that blend a variety of materials to create a visually dynamic design.