Marking the first collaborative project between the New York-based retail label KITH and Diemme is the impressive Mamolada boot silhouette. The hiking boots are set to be added to the Fall/Winter 2019 roster by KITH and it is optioned in three captivating colorways.
The tonal completion of the impressive boot includes navy desert shearling, gray tweed, and gray deserty shearling. The Marmolada boot boasts a high-top silhouette and is carefully handcrafted in Italy. It informs the construction with premium British suede across the uppers and the lining sources lamb shearling from New Zealand. It is complete with a Vibram Winkler sole unit for added traction and a thick rubber EVA for protection against the weathered terrain.
Premium Suede Hiking Boots
Diemme and KITH Join Forces on the Elegant and Studt Marmolada Boot
Trend Themes
1. Collaborative Footwear - The partnership between KITH and Diemme showcases the trend of brands collaborating to create unique and stylish footwear options.
2. Premium Materials - The use of premium British suede and New Zealand lamb shearling highlights the trend of incorporating high-quality materials into hiking boots for added luxury and comfort.
3. Handcrafted Excellence - The Marmolada boot's careful handcrafted construction in Italy exemplifies the trend of consumers appreciating and seeking out products that embody artisanship and attention to detail.
Industry Implications
1. Footwear - The collaboration between KITH and Diemme opens up opportunities for other footwear companies to partner and create exclusive and fashionable shoe options.
2. Luxury Fashion - The use of premium materials and handcrafted construction in the Marmolada boot presents disruptive innovation opportunities for luxury fashion brands seeking to create high-end hiking boots that combine style and functionality.
3. Outdoor Gear - The incorporation of a Vibram Winkler sole unit and rubber EVA in the Marmolada boot provides an opportunity for outdoor gear companies to develop advanced hiking boots that offer improved traction and weather protection.