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Glue-Covered Chunky Sneakers

Maison Margiela Introduces Its Deconstructed Fushion Sneakers

— June 8, 2018 — Fashion
Fashion house Maison Margiela recently released its Fushion Sneakers as a part of its Fall/Winter 2018 collection. It boasts a unique visual, resembling something straight from the set of a sci-fi movie with its glue-covered construction. The design is not as distressed as its previous deconstructed looks, but it remains in the same territory. The toe cap is rounded off and it gives off the visual that it is being held together by duct tape to the heel. Additionally, the soles looks like it has been dipped and set into plaster.

The uppers are constructed from both knitting and leather materials and rest on top of a rubber outsole. Additional details include a lace-up frontal, padded collar, and white stitching signature label on the back. The new Fushion sneakers are now available for purchase for the price of $1645 USD at retailers including Bergdorf Goodman.
Trend Themes
1. Deconstructed Sneakers - Designing deconstructed sneakers with unique construction materials, such as glue and plaster, can appeal to fashion-forward consumers seeking edgy footwear options.
2. Sci-fi Inspired Fashion - Drawing inspiration from sci-fi movies and incorporating unique design elements can attract consumers looking for bold, futuristic fashion choices.
3. Mixed Material Footwear - Combining different materials, such as knit and leather, in footwear design can create unique textures and aesthetics for consumers who value craftsmanship and style in their footwear.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion Retail - Retailers can partner with designers who create deconstructed sneakers and sci-fi inspired fashion to offer edgy, unique items that set them apart from competitors.
2. Footwear Manufacturing - Footwear manufacturers can experiment with incorporating different non-traditional materials into their designs to offer more unique, high-end options for consumers looking to differentiate themselves.
3. Luxury Goods - Manufacturers of luxury goods can consider incorporating unique materials and design elements into their products to appeal to high-end consumers who value exclusivity and quality craftsmanship.
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