Clarks Originals presents another iteration of the iconic Wallabee boot silhouette for the season. It is made with a blank canvas at the front of the shoe and the sides are detailed with intricate patterning. Specifically, it is detailed with Japanese sashiko stitching as the main inspiration and takes the signature moccasin as the overall base shape.
Throughout the upper, there is a triangular patchwork design that nods to the Boto method, which reworks materials. Additional details include a hand-stitched toe and heel, leather at the ankle lace, and grosgrain tape to enhance the handcrafted processes of the shoe. Rounding out the design is the crepe sole unit and sock lining with blossoms printed on it.
Patterned Canvas Moccasin Boots
Clarks Originals Presents Another Wallabee Boot Silhouette
Trend Themes
1. Canvas Moccasin Boots - Canvas and textile shoe materials will trend in footwear fashion with intricate detailing like sashiko or patchwork for added uniqueness.
2. Handcrafted Footwear - Handcrafted footwear will continue to trend, with consumers looking for shoes that emphasize both design and quality of materials.
3. Printed Sock Linings - Printed sock linings will become more popular as a way to incorporate a unique design element in footwear while maintaining a classic exterior look.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion - Canvas materials and handcrafted detailing on shoes will increasingly be used in fashion brands looking to offer a unique twist on familiar designs.
2. Textile and Fabric Manufacturing - As canvas and textile materials become more popular for footwear, textile and fabric manufacturing industries will see increased demand for these materials as well as new opportunities to market to footwear brands.
3. Footwear Manufacturing - Printed sock linings and intricate stitching detail in footwear are areas where the footwear manufacturing industry may be able to differentiate themselves from competitors.