Footwear label Vans Vault works in partnership with Parisian retail label Starcow in its latest drop for the Spring/Summer 2018 season. The two join forces in reworking two of Vans Vault's most iconic footwear silhouettes. The classic Chukka LX and the Old Skool Lite models receive a retro makeover with grid-designed details. The two classic silhouettes are constructed with mesh materials across its uppers and have contrasting stitching details in the white grid pattern, as well as suede accents throughout both models.
The Chukka LX boasts a design contrast as the canvas is adorned in a blue colorway that stands out against the black soles. It also pops with the white stitching and additionally contrasts with the suede-crafted toe cap. The Old Skool Lite sees the same white stitching lines and has textural suede detailing all over.
Retro Gridded Skate Sneakers
Vans Vault and Starcow Drop a New Collaborative Capsule
Trend Themes
1. Retro Sneaker Revival - Opportunity for brands to collaborate and rework iconic footwear silhouettes with retro-inspired designs.
2. Grid-designed Details - Incorporating grid patterns and contrasting stitching details offer a unique and visually appealing aesthetic to footwear designs.
3. Mesh Materials and Suede Accents - Using mesh materials and suede accents provide footwear models with a textural and sophisticated look.
Industry Implications
1. Footwear - Footwear brands can explore innovative collaborations and design elements to create unique and stylish products for consumers.
2. Fashion Retail - Retailers can promote and sell collaborative capsule collections that feature retro-inspired designs and grid-designed details.
3. Textile Manufacturing - Manufacturers can explore alternative materials like mesh and suede to cater to the demand for visually appealing and textural footwear designs.