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Tire-Themed Combat Boots

YRU's 'ASPEN 4D Boot' Features a Rubber Treading Upper

— October 6, 2017 — Fashion
YRU's 'ASPEN 4D' boot is inspired by car tires, and features a heavy duty upper that consist of real rubber treading. The combat boot stands on a 2" platform heel and its tire-like texture adds a touch of edge to the otherwise minimalist accessory.

3D-molded to feature geometric detailing, YRU's ASPEN 4D boot is a footwear staple and falls in line with the fashion industry's utilitarian workwear obsession.

Known for its conceptual yet affordable footwear, e-retailer YRU creates a remixed version of a popular autumn accessory. Its combat boot is runway-inspired, yet functional for everyday wear, making it a versatile item for Gen-Z and Millennial consumers seeking to make a statement while keeping practicality in mind.
Trend Themes
1. Utilitarian Workwear Obsession - The fashion industry's obsession with utilitarian workwear presents an opportunity for disruptive innovation in the design and functionality of work boots.
2. Remixed Autumn Accessory - Creating remixed versions of popular autumn accessories, like the tire-themed combat boot, offers an opportunity to disrupt the fashion industry by adding unique and unexpected elements.
3. Runway-inspired Everyday Wear - Designing runway-inspired footwear that is functional and wearable for everyday use provides an opportunity to disrupt the fashion industry by merging high fashion with practicality.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion Industry - The fashion industry can benefit from disruptive innovation in the design and materials used to create unique and unconventional footwear, such as tire-themed combat boots.
2. Footwear Industry - The footwear industry can capitalize on the growing demand for statement-making accessories by creating remixed versions of popular autumn footwear, like combat boots with unconventional designs.
3. Consumer Goods Industry - The consumer goods industry can target Gen-Z and Millennial consumers by offering versatile and practical fashion items, such as runway-inspired combat boots that make a statement while being functional.
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