The Gourmet Footwear Spring/Summer 2013 Collection Preview proves that this design house knows how to make sneakers that pack a punch. Next year's collection isn't shy about using bright patterns and bold prints. This is a collection meant for those who don't just want to walk around town, they want to walk with swagger.
Gourmet Footwear is a design house that draws upon Italian and Italian-American culture to inspire its products. Italian culture gives its designs an impeccable quality, craftsmanship and sophistication, while the Italian-American culture shows through the comfort and attitude in all its pieces. The result is a brand that is defined by its distinct and powerful laid-back luxury.
Look out for prints from pink hounds-tooth to leopard print next summer from Gourmet Footwear.
Punchy Patterned Shoes
Gourmet Footwear Previews Its Vibrant 2013 Collection
Trend Themes
1. Bold Print Sneakers - Designing bold and daring prints on sneakers can offer customers a unique and personal sense of style.
2. Italian-inspired Footwear - Drawing inspiration from Italy's culture and combining it with American comfort can provide a luxurious blend of style and comfort.
3. Laid-back Luxury - The combination of sophistication and comfort can provide a powerful concept of luxury that is both inviting and approachable.
Industry Implications
1. Footwear Retail - Retailers could capitalize on the opportunity to offer bold print sneakers that cater to customers' desire for unique and personalized fashion.
2. Fashion Design - Fashion designers can experiment with cultural inspirations and incorporate comfort elements to create a new sense of luxury that is both striking and laid-back.
3. Marketing and Advertising - Developing marketing and advertising campaigns that highlight the unique and daring prints and the luxurious but laid-back nature of the footwear can attract customers seeking something different and authentic.