FILA and Nintendo collaborate on exclusive Pokémon shoes. The capsule consists of five distinct anime-themed designs on the sports brand's iconic Court Deluxe Low-Top silhouette. Boasting a leather upper, references to the cult favorite cartoon on the tongue and the heels, as well as velcro straps, the Pokémon shoes are definitely a blast from the past and nostalgia-heavy.
The product will be stylishly packaged as well. The sporty and comfortable sneakers will come in a special limited edition box that is decorated with a Pokéball logo, as well as Nintendo's and FILA's branding.
Currently, the Pokémon shoes are only available in South Korea, however, a world wide drop is sure to come. Without a doubt, the FILA x Nintendo sneakers will be the one of the most sought out designs for 2018.
Cult Anime Sneaker Collections
FILA and Nintendo's Pokémon Shoes are Highly Nostalgic
Trend Themes
1. Anime Sneaker Collaborations - Expect more collaborations between anime franchises and sneaker brands that promote nostalgia-driven designs.
2. Limited Edition Packaging - Limited edition sneaker designs will come with special packaging that adds value and attracts collectors.
3. Expanding Global Fanbase - This trend will attract anime and sneaker enthusiasts worldwide, leading to larger global fanbases.
Industry Implications
1. Sporting Goods - Sporting goods companies can partner with anime franchises to create limited edition sneakers for collectors and fans.
2. Anime Merchandise - Anime merchandise companies can create exclusive deals with sneaker brands to launch anime-themed sneakers that tap into the nostalgia of fans.
3. E-commerce - E-commerce sites that specialize in limited edition merchandise can work with sneaker brands to exclusively sell anime-themed sneakers.