Dramatic Oversized Laced Mules

LANVIN's Curb Mule is a Summer-Ready Iteration of the Curb Sneaker

LANVIN updates its iconic Curb Sneaker that is altered to cater to the summer season with the brand new Curb Mule option for the season. It also has built-in ventilation on the sides of the silhouette to add a touch of breathability. The most notable design language is rooted in the chunky laces over the forefoot in a colorful hue and the signature bulky silhouette of the original curb.

The mule follows most of the same design aesthetic as it has a sneaker and looks almost the same from the front. The back is entirely a slipped-on design and the aforementioned ventilation is seen through the side cut-out details that rest right above the midsoles.

Image Credit: LANVIN

Summer Mule Shoes
Opportunity to design and market mule shoes as a summer-ready version of the traditional sneaker.
Ventilated Shoe Design
Opportunity to innovate on shoe designs by adding built-in ventilation to increase breathability.
Chunky Lace Detailing
Opportunity to incorporate chunky lace designs as a dominant feature in shoe designs for added personality.

Where This Applies

Footwear Industry
Shoe companies can incorporate these trends to create new products that cater to the summer season and offer unique features to consumers.
Fashion Industry
Fashion designers can create new designs that incorporate chunky lace detailing and built-in ventilation to add a touch of personality and practicality to summer looks.
Athletic Industry
Athletic shoe companies can incorporate these trends in shoe designs to create breathable and stylish sneakers for the summer season.
SCORE
5.2 out of 10
GENDER
50% Men50% Women
MARKETTop markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa
GENERATION
  • Gen Alpha
  • Gen Z (primary audience)
  • Millennial (primary audience)
  • Gen X (primary audience)
POPULARITY
Popularity 84%
Activity 60%
Freshness 13%

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