In preparation for the upcoming warmer temperatures, fashion label Needles revived the iconic cult classic Ghille sneaker silhouette for Spring/Summer 2018. In its latest version, the Ghille sneakers are meant to be worn as a mismatched pair, boasting double-toned color schemes of either purple and green or olive and blue.
The new Ghille sneaker uppers are colors with a sulphur dye and finished with a tonal suede overlay for a softer texture. To add contrasting details, white stitching details tie the shoes together, along with the wide-set lacing system that the label is known for. The mismatching Ghille sneakers are finished off with a foundation sole unit crafted with white rubber, whilst taking on some of the hues of the respective shoe colorway. The new Ghille sneakers are available for purchase at Nepenthes flagship location and select retailers globally.
Sulphur-Dyed Mismatched Shoes
Needles Brought New Life to the Classic Ghille Sneaker for SS18
Trend Themes
1. Mismatched Footwear - Opportunity for brands to create mismatched shoes in various color schemes and styles.
2. Sulphur Dyeing - Potential for the use of sulphur dyeing technique in other fashion products for unique color effects.
3. Contrasting Details - Brands can explore incorporating contrasting stitching details and wide-set lacing systems in their shoe designs.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion Retail - Retailers can leverage the trend of mismatched footwear to attract fashion-forward consumers.
2. Textile Manufacturing - Opportunity for textile manufacturers to offer sulphur dyeing services to incorporate unique color effects in their products.
3. Shoe Manufacturing - Shoe manufacturers can explore incorporating contrasting stitching details and wide-set lacing systems in their designs to create standout products.