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Pebble-Leathered Kicks

Air Jordan x Auto Clave Adds a Sophisticated Look to the Iconic Sneaker

— November 25, 2011 — Fashion
The Air Jordan x Auto Clave sneaker is perhaps one of the best releases that has come from the former in terms of their casual sneaker models.

With the release of the Air Jordan x Auto Clave, both brands have hit a home run with the design. Both sneakers take on a more refined look that’s chic in its own right. The first colorway with the black upper and the hints of red beautifully complement one another. The monotonic red is just as impressive and certainly proves that less is more. Other featured highlights include the Jumpman logo on the side, the wings logo on the sole and the use of pebbled leather which gives the sneaker a wonderful textured look.
Trend Themes
1. Refined Sneaker Designs - The Air Jordan x Auto Clave showcases a more sophisticated aesthetic, opening opportunities for other sneaker brands to explore higher-end designs.
2. Monotone Colorways - The success of the black and red colorway in the Air Jordan x Auto Clave suggests that minimalistic, single-color designs can be a disruptive innovation in the sneaker industry.
3. Pebbled Leather Textures - The use of pebbled leather in the Air Jordan x Auto Clave presents an opportunity for other brands to experiment with unique textured materials for their sneakers.
Industry Implications
1. Sports Apparel - The refined design and textured materials in the Air Jordan x Auto Clave open opportunities for sports apparel companies to incorporate higher fashion elements into their products.
2. Luxury Sneakers - The success of the Air Jordan x Auto Clave indicates a market for luxury sneakers, encouraging other brands to explore this niche and create elevated sneaker options for consumers.
3. Fashion Accessories - The pebbled leather trend in the Air Jordan x Auto Clave can inspire fashion accessory brands to incorporate this texture into handbags, wallets, and other leather goods.
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