Raf SImons unveils a pair of the RUNNER boots for the Fall/Winter 2020 collection, which was showcased on the runway that was influenced by HBO's Watchmen. The design also references inspirations from the show due to the futuristic design elements that capture a sci-fi aesthetic of space-age during the 60s.
The influences are showcased on the boots through the entirety of the design. It is a sleek silhouette that is reminiscent of a Chelsea boot with additions subtle accents at the heel base, showcasing a sleek logo. It is also similar to a David Bowie design language and during the show, a piano cover of the song 'Life on Mars?" played to close it all out.
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Why This Trend Is Growing
- Futuristic Footwear
- Opportunity for shoe designers to incorporate futuristic design elements to create unique and innovative footwear
- Tv-inspired Fashion
- Incorporating elements from popular TV shows into fashion design for a trendy and relevant aesthetic
- Retro-futuristic Fashion
- Combining vintage design elements with modern sci-fi aesthetics to create a unique fashion statement
Industries Being Reshaped
- Fashion Design
- Fashion designers can leverage TV shows and sci-fi influences for their next collection
- Shoe Manufacturing
- Shoe manufacturers can incorporate futuristic design elements to create unique footwear
- Marketing and Advertising
- Marketing and advertising agencies could focus on the trend of incorporating TV shows and futuristic design into fashion advertising and branding
