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Punk-Inspired Matte Footwear

Raf Simons and Dr. Martens Join on the Refreshing 1461 Derbys

— March 17, 2020 — Fashion
Raf SImons works together with Dr. Martens once again on a pair of the punk-inspired 1461 Derbys following the duo's previous work on the iconic 1460 boots. This time, the brands take a similar approach with the incorporation of rings throughout the uppers of the design.

The 1461 Derbys boast a matte black finish instead of the shiny coat -- the rings are also coated in matte black as well. Additional details of the footwear includes the single-stitch seams along the edges of the tongue, the backstay, and the collars as well as round tonal laces at the middle quarter of the uppers. Branding accents can be found at the rear quarter where "Dr. Martens x RAF SIMONS" is debossed.


Image Credit: SSENSE
Trend Themes
1. Matte Footwear - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the use of matte finishes in various footwear designs to offer a modern and unique aesthetic.
2. Punk-inspired Design - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Combine punk-inspired elements with contemporary fashion to create edgy and trend-setting footwear styles.
3. Collaborative Partnerships - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Foster collaborations between fashion brands to bring together different aesthetics and create distinctive products.
Industry Implications
1. Footwear - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introduce unconventional materials, finishes, and design elements in the footwear industry to attract a younger, fashion-forward demographic.
2. Fashion - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Embrace the fusion of diverse styles, such as the incorporation of punk elements, to push boundaries and redefine the fashion industry.
3. Collaborative Design - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Encourage partnerships and cross-industry collaborations to bring fresh perspectives and innovative designs to the market.
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