Concepts is a Boston shop that specializes in exclusive collaborations and limited edition merchandise with designer brands. Earlier this year, Concepts released their Nike SB “Lobster†Dunk sneaker to celebrate the seafood heritage of New England. This red-ish shoe was designed to resemble a lobster - complete with a blue lobster claw rubber band.
Implications - Sneaker companies continue to come out with inspiring and extremely outrageous designs. While designer, rock star and sports-inspired shoes are commonplace, there are even more extravagant designs inspired by unusual oddities. Most of the population will respond to celebrity-endorsed shoes because they are unique; however, truly bizarre designs will cater to true sneaker heads who will embrace shoes of any kind.
Seafood-Inspired Sneakers
Nike SB ‘Lobster' Dunk
Trend Themes
1. Extravagant Sneaker Designs - Opportunity to create sneakers inspired by unusual oddities that cater to true sneaker heads.
2. Limited Edition Collaborations - Opportunity for brands to partner with exclusive shops to create unique and collectible sneakers.
3. Unconventional Design Inspiration - Opportunity for sneaker companies to draw inspiration from unusual sources, such as seafood, to create eye-catching designs.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion & Apparel - Fashion brands can explore innovative sneaker designs to capture the attention of sneaker enthusiasts.
2. Sports & Fitness - Sportswear companies can leverage unusual design inspirations to create statement sneakers for athletes and sports enthusiasts.
3. Retail & E-commerce - Exclusive shops and online platforms can collaborate with brands to release limited edition sneakers that resonate with collectors and sneaker enthusiasts.