Kiko Kostadinov recently unveils a look at the latest footwear design with the Norman shoe. The retro style joins the seasonal Spring/Summer 2021 offerings. The color palette features Night Tulip with Alpine Green for a sleek dark aesthetic. The shoe is constructed from Nappa leather at the base foundation and sits on top of a crepe rubber sole unit foundation.
Similar to the silhouette of a Chelsea boot, there is a geometric cut from the leather to shoe off the underlayer. Additional details that make up the new model includes the metallic silver metal rivets, the square toe structure, and the zipper at the medial side of the shoe. the rest of the shoe includes a flapped over heel collar and an outsole that wraps entirely around the toe and heel.
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Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Retro Futuristic Footwear
- Opportunity for footwear companies to play on nostalgia while incorporating futuristic elements into their designs.
- Geometric Cut-out Details
- Opportunity for designers to integrate unique geometric cut-out details into their footwear designs, adding a touch of edginess and style.
- Mixed Materials in Footwear
- Opportunity for footwear companies to experiment with various materials in their designs, creating unique and dynamic looks.
Where This Applies
- Footwear
- The footwear industry can embrace retro futurism by incorporating unique details and mixed materials to create distinctive, fashionable designs that stand out in the market.
- Fashion
- The fashion industry can embrace the trend towards retro futuristic footwear by creating clothing and accessories that complement and highlight the unique and edgy style of these designs.
- Retail
- Retailers can capitalize on the popularity of retro futuristic footwear by featuring these designs in their stores and online platforms, attracting customers looking for cutting-edge fashion.
