The last thing I think about when I see a skate shoe is high-end or luxurious—that is, until I saw the Gravis Buxton Shoe Fall 2011.
While the Gravis Buxton Shoe Fall 2011 shoes may not look super fancy, you have to admit they look pretty for a pair of skate shoes. The derby-styled footwear are outfitted in smooth suede with monotonic colors nicely contrasted by the sole and the laces. It’s got a really cool earthy, natural, organic vibe that kind of makes you wonder if you should even wear these for the purpose of extreme sports. But in the case that you do, it’ll be in style. Look for these to hit the stores in September 2011.
Photography: Peter Williams for Highsnobiety
Why This Trend Is Growing
- High-end Skate Shoes
- Incorporating luxury materials and design into the traditionally casual and rugged skate shoe market.
- Suede Sneakers
- Utilizing smooth suede material to add an elevated and stylish touch to athletic footwear.
- Organic Aesthetic
- Trend towards natural, earthy designs in fashion and footwear.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Athletic Footwear
- Opportunity for athletic footwear brands to incorporate higher-end materials and designs into traditionally casual products.
- Skateboarding Industry
- Opportunity for companies within the skateboarding industry to differentiate themselves by offering more stylish and upscale products.
- Fashion Industry
- Trend towards natural and organic aesthetics offers fashion brands an opportunity to incorporate these elements into their designs.
