Vans introduces a Trapezoid iteration of the Slip-On sneaker model, keeping the signature checkerboard pattern across most of the upper. The pattern has been a notable one since the 70s and most famously seen on the aforementioned Slip-On silhouette.
The shoe is named 'Trapezoid' as the geometric pattern can be seen on the forefoot in black and white informed with a canvas base foundation. The shoe is then paired with some bright hues including red, green, yellow, and blue. The left shoe sees red and green and the right shoe has yellow and blue details. To root the shoes with some muted hues, there is a black suede overlay at the heel sitting atop a white midsole foundation.
Geometric Patterning Laceless Shoes
Vans' Checkerboar Shoes Gets a Trapezoid Design Iteration
Trend Themes
1. Geometric Patterned Footwear - Designing footwear with different geometric patterns incorporating bright, bold colors creates an opportunity for further exploration and innovation in the fashion industry.
2. Revival of Vintage Fashion - Revisiting old fashion styles and incorporating them into modern designs presents opportunities for reimagining elements of fashion, such as Vans' checkerboard pattern from the 70s.
3. Personalized Colored Footwear - Customizing the color schemes on footwear creates a unique user experience and provides opportunities for companies to create personalized products that stand out in a crowded market.
Industry Implications
1. Footwear Industry - Companies in the footwear industry can explore innovative ways to create unique designs with geometric patterns and color schemes to differentiate themselves from competitors.
2. Fashion Industry - Fashion companies can capitalize on the revival of vintage styles and incorporate them with modern designs to create new and creative fashion statement pieces for consumers.
3. Technology Industry - Advancements in technology can increase the accessibility of creating and producing personalized colored footwear for consumers at a larger scale, presenting potential opportunities for technology companies to collaborate with fashion brands.