Dior Taps Daniel Arsham on a New CD1 Sneaker Design for SS20
References: dior & highsnobiety
Dior launches a new collection of the CS1 sneaker model as a part of the luxury fashion house's Summer 2020 collection. Kim Jones taps artist Daniel Arsham to contribute to the latest collaborative design as his signature artful aesthetics adorn the sneakers.
Jones was originally an art collector and gallery owner, making it a simple decision to work with the artist. The collection features the CD1 sneakers in three colorway, two of which are complete in a dégradé version with two hues throughout. It is complete in pink and white was well as blue and white, with the third colorway option as a more muted finish. It is done in a blend of black and white -- the colorway iterations also sport contrasting soles of pink or gray and blue.
Image Credit: Dior
Jones was originally an art collector and gallery owner, making it a simple decision to work with the artist. The collection features the CD1 sneakers in three colorway, two of which are complete in a dégradé version with two hues throughout. It is complete in pink and white was well as blue and white, with the third colorway option as a more muted finish. It is done in a blend of black and white -- the colorway iterations also sport contrasting soles of pink or gray and blue.
Image Credit: Dior
Trend Themes
1. Artful Sneaker Collaborations - Opportunity for luxury fashion brands to partner with artists to create unique and visually compelling sneaker designs.
2. Dégradé Colorways - Potential for fashion brands to incorporate dégradé color schemes into their sneaker collections, adding a gradient effect that enhances visual appeal.
3. Muted Finish Sneakers - Opportunity for fashion brands to explore muted color options for sneakers, providing a more understated and sophisticated aesthetic.
Industry Implications
1. Luxury Fashion - Luxury fashion brands can leverage collaborations with artists to create exclusive sneaker designs that appeal to their high-end clientele.
2. Footwear - Footwear brands can experiment with dégradé colorways and muted finishes to differentiate their products and cater to consumers looking for unique and stylish sneakers.
3. Art and Design - Artists and designers can find opportunities to collaborate with fashion brands and apply their artistic aesthetics to create limited edition and collectible sneakers.
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