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Metallic Medal-Inspired Sneakers

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

adidas' New Medal Pack is the Latest Drop in the UNVAULTED Series

— November 27, 2018 — Fashion
adidas introduces the new Medal Pack comprised of the label's signature UltraBOOST sneaker silhouette -- the drop is the latest series added to the UNVAULTED capsule by Foot Locker and Champs Sports. The iconic footwear model comes in three new colorway options that are representative of the pack's name. It takes on tonal cues that recall metallic medals whilst still retaining the model's original design.

The spotlight hits the heel area, where there are three different colors of either gold, silver, or bronze on top of the signature BOOST sole unit. The uppers are complete in Primeknit materials that lock together in different tones respective to the heel color. There are also details over the tongue and heel that round out the entire metallic theme.
Trend Themes
1. Metallic Medal-inspired Sneakers - The trend of metallic medal-inspired sneakers presents an opportunity for footwear brands to create innovative and eye-catching designs that appeal to consumers looking for unique and statement-making shoes.
2. UNVAULTED Series - The UNVAULTED series, which includes the new Medal Pack by adidas, showcases a trend of collaborations between popular shoe brands and retailers, opening up opportunities for increased brand exposure and customer engagement.
3. Tonal Cues and Metallic Themes - The use of tonal cues and metallic themes in sneaker design offers an avenue for creative exploration, allowing footwear designers to experiment with different materials, textures, and colorways to create visually striking and on-trend sneakers.
Industry Implications
1. Footwear - The footwear industry can leverage the trend of metallic medal-inspired sneakers to attract fashion-forward consumers seeking unique and fashionable shoe options.
2. Retail - The retail industry, particularly shoe retailers like Foot Locker and Champs Sports, can benefit from collaborating with popular shoe brands and launching exclusive capsule collections, such as the UNVAULTED series, to drive foot traffic and increase sales.
3. Fashion Design - The trend of tonal cues and metallic themes in sneaker design creates an avenue for fashion designers to showcase their creativity and push the boundaries of shoe aesthetics, offering disruptive innovation opportunities in the fashion industry.
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