# Collaborative Sustainable Footwear Nicole McLaughlin and Marrell 1TRL Presents the Moc-Laughlin By Amy Duong | Published 2023-11-20 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moclaughlin References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/uk/2023/11/nicole-mclaughlin-merrell-1trl-moc-release-date)  Designer Nicole McLaughlin works in collaboration with Marrell 1TRL on a sustainable new shoe dubbed the Moc-Laughlin. It is a playful rendition that nods to both of the contributing efforts and delivers three colorways of the [slip-on silhouette](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ymc-x-merrell-moab-slide-2). The shoes were first unveiled to the public during Paris Fashion Week at the [Merrell 1TRL](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/merrell-1trl-1) showroom earlier this year. It is inspired by a few elements including McLaughlin's childhood as her father was a fan of [Jungle Moc](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jungle-moc) along with her own admiration of finding vintage Merrells at thrift stores and online. The silhouette is a nod to the Moc Speed Streak, which was a women's model. The three colorways include “Black/Amber,” an original Moc Speed Streak scheme, “Birch/Hiviz” and “Coyote/Olive.” Image Credit: Merrell 1TRL, [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/uk/2023/11/nicole-mclaughlin-merrell-1trl-moc-release-date) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.2/10 - Popularity: 96% | Activity: 70% | Freshness: 19% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/shoes) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Collaboration in Footwear Design:** Collaboration between designers and footwear brands presents opportunities for innovative and sustainable product development. - **Playful Renditions in Shoe Design:** Creating playful renditions of classic shoe silhouettes can attract consumers seeking unique and unconventional footwear options. - **Nostalgia-inspired Fashion Trends:** Drawing inspiration from personal nostalgia can lead to the creation of fashion pieces that resonate with consumers seeking familiar and sentimental designs. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion and Apparel:** Collaborative sustainable footwear initiatives provide new business opportunities and differentiate brands within the fashion and apparel industry. - **Footwear Manufacturing:** Incorporating sustainable materials and playful design elements in shoe manufacturing offers a competitive edge in the footwear industry. - **Thrift and Vintage Retail:** Designers finding inspiration from thrift stores and vintage items in creating new fashion pieces can drive interest and sales in the thrift and vintage retail industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Collaborative Trail Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hoka-mafate-three2.md) - [Urban-Inspired Hiking Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/merrell-1trl-and-corridor.md) - [Retro Hiking-Detailed Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/slip-on-rs.md) - [Moccasin-Style Suede Slip-Ons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/merrell-1trl-1.md) - [Tactical Collab Footwear Styles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dime-x-merrell-1trl-moc-speed-streak.md) - [Technical Footwear Collaborations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/belstaff-and-merrell.md) - [Progressive Spring-Ready Trail Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/merrell-1trl-4.md) - [Nature-Inspired AI-Backed Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hydro-moc-collection.md) - [Rugged Open-Concept Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hydro-moc-at-goretex-1trl-x-mine77.md)