London-based fashion designer Kiko Kostadinov unveils a new iteration of the Tonkin footwear model with a strapped update. The silhouette embodies a futuristic design language, similar to the rest of the designer's work and it comes in two colorway options of either Charcoal or Slate Grey.
The shoes are constructed from pure Bovine leather for a premium look and feel, detailing most of the chunky silhouette. Overall, it has a laceless structure and is defined by oversized straps that wrap around the forefoot and secure the foot in place. Other details include the mesh tongues to add some breathability and liners that provide some textural contrast. It all rests on top of a large rubber sole unit and has wavy lines at the medial sides.
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What's Driving This Trend
- Futuristic Sneakers
- The strapped update to the Tonkin footwear model embodies a futuristic design language.
- Premium Leather Construction
- The pure Bovine leather construction of the sneakers provides a premium look and feel.
- Laceless Structure
- The laceless structure of the sneakers offers a unique design element and convenience for wearers.
Who This Affects Most
- Fashion
- The fashion industry can explore innovative designs inspired by futuristic aesthetics.
- Footwear
- The footwear industry can incorporate laceless structures into their products to offer convenience and unique style.
- Leather Goods
- The leather goods industry can capitalize on the demand for premium materials and craftsmanship in their products.
