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HOKA & Nicole McLaughlin Infused the Mafate THREE2 with New Designs

— November 7, 2023 — Fashion
The Mafate THREE2 was just launched by the brand in October and now, HOKA is teaming up with designer and digital creator, Nicole McLaughlin to share a collaborative collection. This limited-edition collaboration puts a whimsical spin on the footwear style based on McLaughlin's tongue-in-cheek design language, all the while keeping advanced features like the quick lace system and compression molded EVA midsole.

This collaboration also introduces all-new additions like the dirt and water-resistant four-in-one gaiter system with hook and loop attachments and a cinched opening at entry. To help people hit the trails in style, there are also five utility pockets, co-branded labels and a Velcro heel spike.

This physical product collaboration is accompanied by a Humans of HOKA film featuring Nicole, as well as campaign imagery captured by Nicole herself.

Trend Themes

  1. Collaborative Footwear Collections — HOKA and Nicole McLaughlin's collaboration infuses the Mafate THREE2 sneakers with unique designs, showcasing the trend of collaborative footwear collections.
  2. Whimsical Design Language — McLaughlin's tongue-in-cheek design language applied to the Mafate THREE2 sneakers highlights the trend of incorporating playful and unconventional elements in footwear design.
  3. Innovative Trail Sneaker Features — The Mafate THREE2 collaboration introduces new features like a dirt and water-resistant gaiter system, utility pockets, and a Velcro heel spike, reflecting the trend of incorporating advanced functionality in trail sneakers.

Industry Implications

  1. Footwear Manufacturing — The collaboration between HOKA and Nicole McLaughlin in designing the Mafate THREE2 sneakers demonstrates opportunities for innovative partnerships and creative design in the footwear manufacturing industry.
  2. Fashion Design — McLaughlin's whimsical design language applied to the Mafate THREE2 sneakers showcases opportunities for incorporating playful and unconventional elements in fashion design.
  3. Outdoor Recreation Equipment — The innovative features of the Mafate THREE2 collaboration, such as the dirt and water-resistant gaiter system and utility pockets, present opportunities for incorporating advanced functionality in outdoor recreation equipment.
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