In order to add some diversity to the American footwear manufacturer's selection for the Fall/Winter 2016 season, a Missoni and Converse collaborative model was created.
Taking the ever-popular 'Chuck Taylor All Star 70' silhouette, Missoni, an Italian brand that specializes in knitwear, swapped out the normally canvas upper for a more rugged wool material. On it, a zigzag pattern was included in a relatively subtle fashion -- with tones marking it to play off the rest of the colorway.
The Missoni and Converse sneakers come in either a neutral olive version or a brighter adaptation in blue. Dubbed the 'Hiker,' the collaborative release gets its name from its weathered appearance and the patterned laces that finish it off -- which are often used on traditional hiking boots.
Rugged Wool Sneakers
Missoni and Converse Teamed Up for the 'Hiker' Chuck Taylor All Star Remodel
Trend Themes
1. Rugged Wool Sneakers - Opportunity for footwear brands to collaborate with luxury fashion labels to create rugged wool sneakers.
2. Knitwear Collaboration - Potential for knitwear brands and footwear brands to collaborate and create unique and fashionable shoe designs.
3. Weathered Aesthetics - Trend towards weathered and distressed aesthetics in footwear, providing an opportunity for brands to incorporate these elements into their designs.
Industry Implications
1. Footwear Manufacturers - Opportunity for footwear manufacturers to explore collaborations with fashion brands and incorporate new materials, such as rugged wool, into their designs.
2. Luxury Fashion - Luxury fashion brands can explore collaborations with footwear brands to create unique and high-end sneaker designs using materials like wool.
3. Knitwear Brands - Knitwear brands have the opportunity to expand their product offerings by partnering with footwear brands to create knitwear-inspired sneakers.