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Wear-Away Monochromatic Shoes

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

Nike Unveils a New Set of Unique Air Force 1 Sneaker Models

— January 27, 2020 — Lifestyle
Nike introduces its new pack of sneakers that celebrate the design of its iconic Air Force 1 silhouette with wear-away design elements over time. The sneaker arrives in monochromatic options of either the colorway 'black pack' or 'white and vachetta tan.'

The uppers are made from soft and supple leather material as the black iteration boasts an upper of entirely black. The wear-away detailing can be found at the heel tab and the Swoosh on the side of the shoe, which will turn into a brown color after time. The second colorway already features the brown hue at the Swoosh and the heel with no additional wear needed to present the hue. Additional details include the golden color at the metal lace tips and the top eyelets.


Image Credit: Nike
Trend Themes
1. Wear-away Sneakers - More shoe companies can create wear-away sneakers with their iconic designs to celebrate the legacy of their silhouettes and provide a unique shoe wearing experience.
2. Monochromatic Colorways - Designers can experiment with monochromatic colorways for products beyond shoes and create a uniform and simple yet impactful aesthetic.
3. Customization Technology - Technology companies can develop customizable wear-away materials that react uniquely to the wearer's environment to offer sensory experiences for different product categories.
Industry Implications
1. Footwear - Shoe companies can create new collections featuring wear-away designs to add uniqueness and storytelling to their product line-up, thereby increasing overall sales.
2. Fashion - Designers can leverage the trend of monochromatic colorways in creating fashion-forward products like clothes, bags, and accessories that reinforce simplicity and elegance.
3. Materials Science - Materials science companies can explore different techniques to customize the wear-away effect to suit different product categories and create a novel consumer product category.
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