Iconic streetwear giant BAPE celebrates the large milestone that is its 30th anniversary and works with adidas on a Forum Low silhouette to honor the moment. The shoe is rightfully dubbed the 30th Anniversary and there are two colorway options that drop -- a green or a blue version.
It is detailed with the iconic BAPE camo print throughout the upper in its respective color palettes. Additional details include the Three Stripes branding along the lateral side of the shoe in blue for the blue colorway and white on the green iteration. Both shoes are complete with a charm along the crisp white laces over the forefoot and the strap over the tongue to round it out.
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Why This Trend Is Growing
- Streetwear-focused Collaborations
- The collaboration between streetwear giant BAPE and adidas on the Forum Low shoe showcases the potential for cross-industry partnerships and provides a unique opportunity for both brands to tap into new customer bases.
- Customizable Footwear
- The use of camo prints and interchangeable shoeslaces offers a customizable approach to footwear fashion which presents an opportunity for footwear designers to incorporate more personal touches in their designs.
- Anniversary Collections
- BAPE's 30th anniversary served as a catalyst for the collaboration with adidas on the limited edition shoes, highlighting the potential for brands to create high-value collections as part of their milestone celebrations.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Streetwear Clothing
- As streetwear gains popularity, innovative clothing designs may consider bringing in complementary footwear designs to satisfy loyal customers.
- Athletic Footwear
- The adidas Forum Low shoe highlights the shoe giant's capability to partner with prominent designers, making way for a customizable sports apparel line that features different designs while retaining high-quality standards.
- Fashion Accessories
- Incorporating technology in fashion accessories such as personalized charms provides a fresh take to the footwear industry and presents an avenue for innovation with customization enabling consumers to interact personally with designs.
