Newly launched British streetwear brand LMNTS has unveiled its very first sneaker silhouette dubbed the 'Alpha Runner,' which was included in the brand's debut Fall/Winter 2021 collection. Much like the rest of the brand's offerings, the sneaker boasts a high-end technical design.
Made from luxury materials and crafted in adherence with the brand's minimalist design philosophy, the 'Alpha Runner' presents a distinctly contemporary silhouette that reworks familiar retro features. The shoe's design consists of suede and mesh uppers that are dressed with reflective strips. Meanwhile, the midsole is defined by jagged lines, which rest atop thick rubber outsoles with a bubble heel.
The 'Alpha Runner' is being offered in three colorways: black, white, and navy. All three variations are currently available for purchase on the brand's online website.
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New UK Brand LMNTS Unveils Debut Sneaker, the 'Alpha Runner'
Trend Themes
1. Luxury Streetwear - There is a disruptive innovation opportunity for the fashion industry to incorporate high-end technical designs to create unique and modern streetwear.
2. Retro Revival - The reimagining of retro features is a trend that presents disruptive innovation opportunities for designers in various industries, including fashion and product design.
3. Reflective Design - Incorporating reflective strips into product design is a trend that presents disruptive innovation opportunities for industries that prioritize safety and visibility, such as athletic wear and workwear.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion - The luxury materials and minimalist design philosophy used to create the 'Alpha Runner' requires a closer look at the crossover of fashion and technology to achieve disruptive innovation in the fashion industry.
2. Athletic Wear - The 'Alpha Runner' presents a unique look that combines the characteristics of both athletic and streetwear shoes, presenting a disruptive innovation opportunity for athletic wear brands.
3. Product Design - The reflective strips and reimagined retro features in the design of the 'Alpha Runner' can serve as inspiration for other product designers looking to incorporate modern features into their designs.