Amsterdam-based shoe company Filling Pieces released a 2016 Spring/Summer low top model that makes use of a hand-woven design and a complementary rouge color palette.
The sneakers are dubbed the 'Low Top Tricolore' and were made in collaboration with La Ferramenta, an Italian concept store. Given the joint effort, the sneakers take on a Mediterranean influence that's inspired by La Ferramenta's location. The uppers of the shoes are built from quality Italian suede that makes use of a hand-woven design that allows the colors to intermingle in a geometric pattern.
The palette alternates between gray, peach and red, with the latter being the most prominently used. The laces are red as well, however are accented by the gold loops that hold them in place. The soles of the shoes offset the rest of the colorway with a simplistic white rubber.
What's Driving This Trend
- Hand-woven Sneakers
- The use of hand-woven designs in sneakers presents opportunities for artisanal craftsmanship and customization.
- Tricolor Footwear
- The incorporation of tricolor palettes in footwear offers a visually striking and unique aesthetic for fashion-forward consumers.
- Collaborative Shoe Collections
- Collaborations between shoe companies and concept stores create opportunities for cross-industry innovation and unique design concepts.
Who This Affects Most
- Footwear
- The footwear industry can explore innovative weaving techniques and color combinations to create visually appealing and unique shoe designs.
- Fashion Retail
- Fashion retailers can leverage collaborative efforts with concept stores to create limited-edition collections that cater to niche consumer preferences.
- Artisan Crafts
- The artisan crafts industry can benefit from the demand for hand-woven designs by collaborating with shoe companies and exploring new applications for traditional weaving techniques.
