John Elliott introduces the new heel-free sandal design named the Grace Slide. It is offered in two different iterations, both of which are minimal in aesthetic. The first one is a Black Leather option and the second is a Desert Suede iteration.
The silhouette is carefully crafted in Italy and both models are actually made using soft calfskin suede materials and full-grain nubuck at the upper. The layered construction provides comfort and durability over time, sitting on top of a bespoke sole unit foundation. The footbed is made from leather and features branding accents along with an EVA foam midsole and an Italian Margom rubber outsole unit. The slides have a swirl paneling at the toe box to round out the design.
Image Credit: John Elliott
What's Driving This Trend
- Heel-free Sandal Designs
- A trend in minimalistic sandals that prioritize comfort and durability over showy design.
- Soft Suede Materials
- A trend in the use of soft, high-quality suede materials in sandal designs.
- Layered Construction
- A trend in sandal construction that emphasizes comfort and durability through layered materials.
Who This Affects Most
- Fashion
- The fashion industry can innovate in response to the demand for minimalistic, durable sandal designs made of high-quality materials.
- Footwear
- The footwear industry can explore new designs and technology to create comfortable, layered sandal constructions made from soft suede materials.
- Luxury
- The luxury industry can explore innovative new silhouettes and materials for high-end heel-free sandals favored by customers looking for durability and style.
