H&M's Conscious Exclusive A/W20 collection includes pieces that feature sustainably sourced materials made from waste, as well as styles like fashion boots that can be transformed to help people get more out of their wardrobe. In terms of accessories, one of the standout pieces from the collection are the calf-high faux leather Multifunctional Boots, which can be turned into mules to create a completely different look.
Made from VEGEA, a vegan leather partly made from wine by-products, the Multifunctional Boots boast a removable sock component. The boots have square toes, decorative pleats, slim heels and a zipper at the back.
The hybrid footwear style boosts the potential for the shoes to be worn twice as often thanks to their versatility.
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Why This Trend Is Growing
- Sustainable Fashion
- The use of sustainably sourced materials and innovative design in fashion
- Convertible Footwear
- The trend of footwear that can transform into different styles or functions
- Vegan Leather
- The rising popularity of animal-friendly alternatives to traditional leather
Industries Being Reshaped
- Fashion Retail
- Opportunity for fashion brands to incorporate sustainable materials and versatile designs into their product offerings
- Footwear Manufacturing
- Opportunity to develop and produce convertible footwear styles to cater to consumer demand for versatility
- Sustainable Materials
- Opportunity for companies to innovate and create more eco-friendly alternatives to traditional materials like leather
