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Padded Protector Sandals

SANKUANZ & Crocs Created a Design That Looks Like a Shoe Inside a Shoe

— August 7, 2021 — Fashion
SANKUANZ & Crocs teamed up to reimagine the classic Crocs silhouette with a fresh new shoe-in-shoe design that's extra chunky thanks to a detachable padded protector. The classic shoe is secured in place with a pair of straps, which leave room for details like the ventilation holes or Jibbitz charms to peek through. These unique Crocs, and their shells, can be found through Foot Locker’s Greenhouse app in black, white and neon green. These shoes recall a sneaker protector style from SANKUANZ’s Fall 2018 runway show.

A comfortable and convenient slip-on shoe that was once so-called "ugly" has now become a fashion symbol thanks to collaborations like this one, and the many ways that the shoes can be styled and customized by individuals.
Trend Themes
1. Fashionable Collaborations - Collaborations between footwear brands and fashion designers are creating new and unique designs for slip-on shoes.
2. Customizable Footwear - Individuals are customizing slip-on shoes with personal details, making them a fashion symbol.
3. Chunky Shoe Silhouettes - The shoe-in-shoe design with a detachable padded protector is creating a new trend for chunky silhouette footwear.
Industry Implications
1. Footwear Industry - Collaborations and customization opportunities are present in the footwear industry for companies looking to create unique and fashionable slip-on shoe designs.
2. Fashion Industry - Fashion brands are exploring opportunities to collaborate with footwear brands and create unique designs with a focus on personal customization.
3. Retail Industry - Retailers can take advantage of unique slip-on shoe collaborations and customization options to attract a fashion-conscious customer base.
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