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Hybrid Multi-Purpose Sandals

NEXUSVII Fused Home Slippers with an Outdoor-Style Shoe for SS18

— May 7, 2018 — Fashion
Japanese label NEXUSVII introduced its new Tropical Field slippers as essentially a hybrid of a comfortable home slipper and an outdoor shoe. The new footwear silhouette comes in a trio of slide designs to welcome the Spring/Summer 2018 season in the colorways black, brown and red. At first glance, the Tropical Field slippers appear to be simplistic home slippers, but with a deeper inspection, consumers will see that the construction allows for it to be suitable for outdoor purposes.

The slippers are constructed with a textured material in order to craft a grooved outsole for multi-purpose use. The mid-foot strap comes in the aforementioned colorways, and are accented with a white star embellishment right at the center. All three choices are available for purchase now online at NEXUSVII.
Trend Themes
1. Hybrid Footwear - The introduction of a combination of indoor and outdoor style in footwear presents an opportunity for retailers to create more versatile, all-season products.
2. Multi-purpose Shoes - Creating a design that is versatile enough to be used both indoors and outdoors encourages designers to explore new materials and construction methods that could lead to innovative and disruptive products.
3. Textured Outsoles - The use of textured materials to create grooved outsoles for multi-purpose footwear could lead to a new trend in footwear design that focuses on both style and functionality.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion Industry - The fashion industry can take advantage of the hybrid footwear trend to create products that cater to the evolving needs of consumers who demand versatile and functional footwear for all occasions.
2. Sportswear Industry - The sportswear industry can benefit from the multi-purpose footwear trend by tapping into the growing demand for shoes that are suitable for various activities and terrains.
3. Outdoor Gear Industry - The outdoor gear industry can leverage the textured outsoles trend to create more durable and versatile shoes that can withstand harsh outdoor conditions while still looking stylish and comfortable.
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