Vans' new varsity shoes take after the design of popular sport jackets.
Varsity jackets have long been a part of popular culture -- whether worn to represent sports teams, for status purposes or as a general fashion statement. The jackets have seen a recent rise in popularity and Vans' Varsity Pack is inspired by their designs. While the shoes lack the symbolic elements or initials that the clothing sometimes has, the come in neutral colors and feature bold white lines that are reminiscent of the popular outerwear garments.
These varsity shoes are the perfect accessory for people who enjoy fashion that combines casual, sporty styles with ones that are also classically sophisticated.
Varsity-Inspired Shoes
Vans' New Varsity Shoes Are Inspired by Popular Sports Jackets
Trend Themes
1. Varsity-inspired Footwear - Opportunity for footwear brands to create designs inspired by varsity jackets, combining sporty and sophisticated elements.
2. Retro Sportswear Fashion - Opportunity for fashion brands to tap into the popularity of retro sportswear, incorporating varsity jacket designs and other nostalgic elements.
3. Casual-sophisticated Style - Opportunity for fashion brands to cater to consumers who seek a fashion statement that combines casual and sporty styles with a touch of sophistication.
Industry Implications
1. Footwear - Opportunity for footwear industry to create and market varsity-inspired shoe designs to cater to fashion-conscious consumers.
2. Fashion - Opportunity for fashion industry to capitalize on the growing popularity of varsity jackets and retro sportswear, incorporating these elements into their designs and collections.
3. Apparel - Opportunity for the apparel industry to create clothing lines that complement varsity-inspired footwear, providing consumers with complete sporty and sophisticated outfits.