Nike's iconic shoe, the Air Force, is in constant reinvention and this time around it welcomes a new faux-croc brown colorway. The 'Nike Air Force 1 Low '07 LV8' may not be for everyone, but sneakerheads will be all over this strangely realistic exterior finish.
Nike has experimented with faux-croc before, with more traditional red, black, blue and white colorways. The new release however features a dark brown exterior with a much more shiny exterior. The Nike swoosh is contrasted in brown suede. The shoe is finished with gold branding on the tongue and on the back of the shoe. The gold accent complements the entire sneaker and its brown color palette. A polished white midsole and gum rubber outsole round off this faux-croc pair.
Faux-Croc Sneakers
Nike Released a Brown Faux-Croc Exterior on Its Iconic Air Forces
Trend Themes
1. Faux-croc Sneakers - Faux-croc material on sneakers offer a unique twist to traditional shoe design and may create new niches for those who look for more stylish yet daring footwear.
2. Iconic Shoe Reinventions - Reinventing iconic shoes such as Nike Air Force 1 may create new interest from sneakerheads who value both design and comfort.
3. Shiny Finish Trend - The trend to have shoes with a shiny exterior finish can create a new market for shoe manufacturers who aim to cater to consumers who want to make a statement with their footwear.
Industry Implications
1. Apparel & Footwear - The apparel and footwear industry can take advantage of the trend towards more unique and stylish footwear to create new products that appeal to the sneakerhead demographic.
2. Fashion & Design - The use of faux-croc material and innovative shoe design can disrupt the fashion industry and open up opportunities for emerging designers to showcase their work.
3. Retail - Retailers can benefit from the trend towards various shoe redesigns by providing a wider range of shoe designs and styles to their customers.