You may not be able to visit Hawaii anytime soon, but you can still dress like you are with the Vans Aloha Parrots. These shoes add a floral panel to the ever-popular Sk8 Hi and drop just in time to remind every snowbound American just what they're missing out on.
While most Hawaiian-themed clothes look terribly tacky, the Vans Aloha Parrots still manage to look cool with their low-key design and non-overpowering floral print. Check it out above.
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The Vans Aloha Parrots Pay Homage to Hawaii
Trend Themes
1. Hawaiian-themed Fashion - Opportunity for disruptive innovation lies in creating stylish and non-tacky Hawaiian-themed clothing and accessories.
2. Floral Print Footwear - Disruptive innovation can be achieved by designing footwear with subtle floral patterns that appeal to a wide audience.
3. Localized Cultural Fashion - There is potential for disruptive innovation in creating clothing and accessories that pay homage to specific cultural regions or destinations.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion and Apparel - This industry can explore new opportunities by incorporating Hawaiian-themed fashion into their product offerings.
2. Footwear - Footwear companies can disrupt the market by introducing stylish and non-tacky floral print shoes.
3. Tourism and Souvenirs - Innovative products that capture and represent local cultures can provide disruptive opportunities for the tourism and souvenir industry.