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Baroque Sneaker Couture

This K.T.Z Trainer Shoe Features a Hand-Carved Wooden Sole

— November 9, 2013 — Fashion
The K.T.Z Trainer Shoe from online retailer Solestruck features a unique and hand-crafted design that is both aesthetically bold and practical. Juxtaposing two opposing themes, this stunning wedge sneaker takes inspiration from both urban street attire and baroque architectural details.

While the shoe's upper half boasts a traditional L.A. GEAR high-top design, it's lower half defies expectation thanks to an opulent and hand-carved, wooden heel. Standing at 4 inches in height with a 3 inch platform, the leather shoe provides both height and stability for its wearer.

Embracing fashion's recent athletic obsession, the K.T.Z. Trainer Shoe from Solestruck infuses its bold design with both opulence and comfort. The concept stays true to the label's edgy and sports-centered signature aesthetic coveted by style setters that include pop and fashion icon Rihanna.
Trend Themes
1. Opulent Sports Fashion - In merging elements of urban streetwear with luxurious accents such as hand-carved wooden heels has created room for disruptive innovation in the fashion industry.
2. Baroque Athletic Footwear - Creating a unique blend of two seemingly opposing styles brings an opportunity for innovation in the footwear market.
3. Bold Wedge Sneakers - Designing footwear that combines practicality and opulence through the use of bold, eye-catching elements can be a game-changer for companies in the sneaker industry.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion - Fashion companies can embrace the concept of merging streetwear with luxurious accents to offer exciting and innovative new designs that cater to a wide range of consumers.
2. Footwear - There is an opportunity for footwear companies to experiment with new designs that incorporate unexpected materials and styles, such as wooden heels or baroque architectural details, to create unique products that stand out in a crowded market.
3. Athletic Gear - Incorporating bold and eye-catching elements into athletic footwear, such as the K.T.Z Trainer Shoe, can help companies appeal to consumers who value both style and practicality in their footwear choices.
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