Wavy Gradient Chunky Footwear

Nike's Air Max Plus Gets a New Textural Cordura Update

Nike gives its Air Max Plus sneaker model a new Cordura update, giving it water-resistant elements across the uppers. The shoe is highlighted by the heavy-duty fabric, delivering a base foundation of black mesh materials covered with a cage overlay decorated in a gradient design.

It blends together hues of black and gold with gold accents making up the eyestays and black leather details making up the heel counter, the tongue tab, and the bottom overlay sections. There is also a Cordura brand tag that rests on top of the lateral side of the midsole section, featuring a blend of gold to black gradient that adorns the arches and holds the iconic Air units on the black outsole.

Image Credit: Nike

Textural Sneakers
Opportunity for shoe companies to create unique, textured footwear using materials like Cordura.
Gradient Designs
Gradient designs offer a visually appealing and customizable option for sneakers and other fashion items.
Water-resistant Sneakers
Water-resistant materials, like Cordura, present an opportunity to create sneakers that offer versatility and functionality in various weather conditions.

Sectors Adopting This

Fashion
Fashion companies can utilize Cordura and gradient designs to create unique and trendy footwear and clothing items.
Sportswear
Cordura and water-resistant materials can be applied to sportswear, providing increased durability and functionality for outdoor activities.
Textile Manufacturing
Incorporating new materials like Cordura into textile manufacturing can offer new innovations and capabilities for a variety of industries.
SCORE
2.6 out of 10
GENDER
50% Men50% Women
MARKETTop markets: North America, Europe, Asia
GENERATION
  • Gen Alpha
  • Gen Z (primary audience)
  • Millennial (primary audience)
  • Gen X (primary audience)
POPULARITY
Popularity 58%
Activity 9%
Freshness 11%

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