The spring runways gave the clues: gladiator sandals were in style last year, and they’re not going away in 2009. That a centuries-old style should continue to endure is no real surprise. They’re comfortable and stylish. They lend themselves well to reinterpretation and to a wide variety of colors and materials. (Look at the footwear in the Primark Spring Collection in the related trends below.)
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Gladiator Sandals Live to Fight Another Fashion Day
Trend Themes
1. Gladiator Sandals - Opportunity to create innovative and unique variations of gladiator sandals using unconventional materials and designs.
Industry Implications
1. Footwear - Potential for incorporating gladiator sandal elements into other types of footwear, such as sneakers or boots, to create a new fashion trend.
2. Fashion Retail - Chance to capitalize on the popularity of gladiator sandals by offering a wide variety of styles and colors to consumers.
3. E-commerce - Opportunity to create a specialized online platform that exclusively sells gladiator sandals and related accessories.