Recently, two new Vans Old Skool Platforms were revealed. The fresh colorways are minimalist overall, with one making use of a light hue of olive, along with black and white accents, whereas another features an even more simple composition of burgundy and white. These colorways were dubbed 'Grape Leaf' and 'Port Royale,' respectively.
Like the classic Old Skool model, the Vans Old Skool Platforms are made up of a durable canvas material that gives them a casual look that's highly versatile. What sets the silhouette apart from others is its use of platform soles, which gives the wearer a little more height while making the sneakers a bit more statement worthy at the same time.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Platform Sneakers
- The rise of chunky platform sneakers presents an opportunity for shoe companies to innovate and experiment with unconventional designs
- Minimalist Colorways
- The popularity of minimalist colorways in platform sneakers creates an opportunity for companies to explore this trend and create similar designs
- Versatile Footwear
- Versatile footwear such as the Vans Old Skool Platforms offers an opportunity for companies to create shoes that can be worn in a variety of settings
Where This Applies
- Footwear
- The footwear industry can benefit from the trend of platform sneakers by creating their own versions of the Vans Old Skool Platforms and experimenting with unique designs
- Fashion Retail
- Fashion retail companies can capitalize on the minimalist colorway trend of platform sneakers by offering their own minimalist shoe designs
- Streetwear
- The streetwear industry can take advantage of the versatile nature of the Vans Old Skool Platforms by incorporating them into their collections and creating new designs
