Birkenstocks and Jesse Leyva present the Off the Grid pack of premium footwear designs. Leyva was formally the head of design at Nike and now, the two spotlight the Boston and Zurich silhouettes. The Boston clog has a plush silhouette with a leather material for a premium look and feel.
The mule has a quilted form for a textural finish and it comes in three understated palettes. The Zurich is a dynamic choice to follow as it has two buckles and an accessible slide silhouette. Both of these are now available to shop online. The new versions still retain the energy of the original design with the main difference replacing the upper's suede material with canvas and leather accents at the end of the straps.
Textured Buckle Sandals
Birkenstock Presents a Off the Grid Pack by Jesse Leyva
Trend Themes
1. Plush Leather Footwear - Plush leather materials in footwear designs elevate traditional silhouettes to a luxurious level.
2. Textural Quilted Forms - Quilted textures in shoe designs introduce a unique, tactile element that enhances aesthetic and comfort.
3. Buckled Slide Silhouettes - The combination of buckles and slide formats in sandals merges accessibility with secure, stylish foot support.
Industry Implications
1. Footwear - The footwear industry can explore blending plush materials and unique textures to redefine luxury casual wear.
2. Fashion Design - Fashion design can capitalize on integrating functional yet stylish elements like buckles and slides into everyday items.
3. E-commerce - E-commerce platforms could benefit from exclusively offering premium and innovative footwear packs to attract niche markets.