Nid de Guepes, which is more commonly shortened to N.D.G., is a French footwear and apparel brand that offers unique streetwear styles.
Readying itself for the fall season, N.D.G. released a line of sneakers that draw from traditional moccasins for inspiration. Dubbed 'Native Runs,' consumers can find the sneakers in three different colorways. The suede that makes up the uppers varies on each, with 'Cognac,' 'Sand' and 'Truffle' being the colorway options -- the latter name refers to a deep olive green.
The French footwear and apparel brand finishes the upper off with an unconventional lacing system, which has the strings decorate the sides while bringing a raw edge to the design. Meanwhile, the soles of the sneakers are a bit more modern, with a sleek white rubber contrasting the rugged uppers.
What Makes This Trend Stand Out
- Moccasin-inspired Footwear
- Opportunity for footwear brands to incorporate traditional moccasin elements into modern styles.
- Unconventional Lacing Systems
- Chance for companies to experiment with unique lacing designs that add visual interest to sneakers.
- Contrasting Soles
- Potential for brands to create sneakers with modern, contrasting soles that juxtapose with rugged uppers.
Sectors Adopting This
- Footwear
- Footwear manufacturers can explore innovative designs inspired by moccasins and unconventional lacing systems.
- Apparel
- Apparel brands can create complementary clothing items to match the style and colors of moccasin-inspired sneakers.
- Fashion Retail
- Fashion retailers can curate collections featuring moccasin-inspired footwear and market them as unique and trendy options.
