Refraining from going into the office plays a major role in slowing the spread of COVID-19, and Off-White used the concept of working from home as inspiration for its latest 'Out of Office' sneaker release.
The tennis shoe-inspired silhouette of this new release provides the wearer with a more elegant sneaker that still boasts streetwear sensibilities. The details include a rounded green arrow pointing in opposite directions, as well as an outsole that arrives in the same green colorway. According to the Virgil Abloh, "The concept for ‘Out of Office’ was to embrace the power of creativity, to empower the public to escape the mundane and to create their own world of infinite possibilities. Together, Juergen and I collaborated to capture free expression, conveyed through this special product."
Creativity-Inspired Tennis Shoes
Off-White's 'Out of Office' Sneaker is Bold and Elegant
Trend Themes
1. Work From Home Fashion - Opportunity for fashion brands to design innovative and elegant clothing and footwear that caters to the home office aesthetic.
2. Streetwear-inspired Sneakers - Potential for sneaker brands to create bold and stylish footwear with streetwear elements that appeal to a wider audience.
3. Creative Empowerment - Room for brands to cultivate a sense of creativity and empowerment through their products, allowing consumers to escape from the ordinary.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion - Fashion brands can leverage the work from home trend to market their products and create new lines that cater to this growing segment.
2. Streetwear - Opportunities for streetwear brands to expand their product offerings and incorporate elements of elegance and sophistication.
3. Footwear - Innovative shoe companies can tap into the demand for stylish and comfortable sneakers that combine streetwear sensibilities with elegant design.