Japanese menswear brand visvim recently unveiled two new iterations of its 'VIRGIL BOOTS-FOLK' model, which boasts a rugged look that's versatile enough to be worn around the city streets, or deep into the wilderness.
The boots are characterized by their vegetable-tanned kangaroo leather uppers, which come in either a dark brown variation, or a lighter caramel-hued one. The uppers are complemented with laces that match the tones of the uppers, which are secured in place with gold rings that contribute a luxurious touch.
The VIRGIL BOOTS-FOLK models are finished off with cream-hued cushioned soles, which protrude from the uppers slightly to expose the statement stitching that connects them to the rest of the material that's used.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Vegetable-tanned Leather Footwear
- There is a growing demand for vegetable-tanned leather footwear due to consumer awareness of environmental issues and higher quality standards.
- Luxury Work Boots
- There is a market for upscale, stylish and durable work boots that can perform in extreme environments while providing comfort.
- Sustainable Fashion
- Innovative companies are incorporating sustainable materials and environmentally-friendly practices into their fashion products to meet consumer demand for eco-consciousness.
Where This Applies
- Footwear
- The footwear industry has the opportunity to capitalize on the trend of using vegetable-tanned leather for durability, style, and eco-friendliness.
- Fashion
- Fashion companies can innovate with sustainable materials and processes in order to meet consumers' increasing demand for more environmentally-friendly products.
- Workwear
- Workwear companies have an opportunity to create upscale work boots with a premium look and feel, while providing the necessary safety features for various industries.
