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Dramatic Sole Leather Shoes

Jil Sander Prepares for SS20 With the Vulcanized Rubber Sole Sneaker

— March 10, 2020 — Fashion
Jil Sanders unveils a new footwear option in preparation for the Spring/Summer 2020 season with the launch of the Vulcanized Rubber Sole sneaker. The dramatic shoe is spotlighted by its large sole unit in an almost sartorial manner -- there are two colorways in total.


There is the option of an all-black option or a beige iteration, both of which sit on top of a crepe rubber platform that measures out to be two inches high. The foundation boasts a visual that looks like a protective bumper all across. The uppers are constructed from buffed calfskin leather materials for a luxurious touch to the model before it is lined in a brown tan color on the underside of the panels. The brown leather travels to the heel tab loop as well.


Image Credit: SSENSE
Trend Themes
1. Vulcanized Rubber Sole - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop alternative eco-friendly materials for vulcanized rubber soles.
2. Large Sole Unit - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create customizable large sole units for sneakers to meet individual style preferences.
3. Buffed Calfskin Leather - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore sustainable and cruelty-free alternatives to traditional calfskin leather.
Industry Implications
1. Footwear - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate technology into footwear design for added functionality and performance.
2. Fashion - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Leveraging sustainable materials and production methods to create environmentally conscious fashion products.
3. Luxury Goods - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporate blockchain technology to provide transparency and authenticity in luxury goods industry.
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