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Rubber Shoe-Inspired Bags

Pizzaslime and Crocs Work Together on a Capsule of Accessories

— February 6, 2019 — Fashion
Pizzaslime works in collaboration with Crocs to create a collection of bags that directly represent the visual aesthetics of the iconic Croc footwear. The selection is carefully crafted by hand and take on the function of a crossbody bag -- it is a Croc shoe that has been reworked to become a functional bag. This transformation process took months and Pizzaslime expressed the difficulty through Instagram.

The bag is available in two colorway options of either black or yellow and features an adjustable strap that can also be detached -- the strap boasts branding accents as it features an embroidered "Pizzaslime." Notably, the famous jibbitz by Crocs make its way to the bags as well -- there are seven custom jibbitz available for customization features. Some of the decorative pieces highlight logos, cartoons, and the slogan that reads "Ugly but Honest."
Trend Themes
1. Rubber-shoe Bags - There is a trend towards creating bags that directly reference the visual aesthetics of iconic footwear brands, such as Crocs, and can be reworked to become functional items.
2. Customizable Accessories - The use of custom jibbitz in the bags highlights a trend of personalization in accessories, allowing for more opportunities to tailor to specific customers.
3. Successful Collaboration - The collaboration between Pizzaslime and Crocs worked well, indicating a trend towards strategic partnerships between brands to enhance product innovation and appeal.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion and Accessories - This industry can take advantage of the trend towards creating accessories that incorporate unique elements, such as iconic footwear designs and customization opportunities, to create new product lines and appeal to a wider range of customers.
2. Footwear - The success of reworking Croc shoes into functional bags suggests industry opportunities for footwear brands to expand into new product categories and create unique collaborative collections with other brands.
3. Marketing and Advertising - This industry can benefit from the trend of successful collaborations, providing opportunities for strategic partnerships to enhance brand awareness and appeal, as well as inspire innovative product design and marketing strategies.
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