This is not the first time Swizz Beatz and Reebok have hooked up to design a shoe, and by the looks of the Reebok Kamikaze III Mid, it hopefully will not be the last. The hip-hop hitmaker joins the likes of Jay-Z, 50 Cent and Kanye West by getting his feet wet in the shoe game.
When Swizz Beatz hooked up with Reebok for their first collaboration, hip-hop heads and sneaker freaks were a buzz. This time around is no different with release of the Reebok Kamikaze III Mid sneakers. This incarnation of the shoe features polished leather materials mixed with breathable, sporty mesh inserts along the border of the sole. The neutral gray colorway is offset with plashes of orange, finished with clean white accents.
Swizz Beatz and Reebok look to make an impact with this release ahead of the highly anticipated Air Yeezy II collaboration between rival super-producer Kanye West and Nike.
Hip-Hop Collaboration Kicks
The Reebok Kamikaze III Mid Sneakers Get a Co-Sign From Swizz Beatz
Trend Themes
1. Celebrity Sneaker Collaborations - Companies can leverage popular culture by collaborating with celebrities to produce unique products that appeal to fans.
2. Mixing Luxury and Athletics - The use of high-quality leather materials and intricate designs in athletic footwear is on the rise, creating opportunities for luxury and sportswear brands to collaborate and create stylish and functional shoes.
3. Sporty-fashion Mesh Materials - The combination of sporty, breathable mesh materials with polished leather in athletic footwear is a trend that continues to gain popularity, creating opportunities for material innovation and unique design combinations.
Industry Implications
1. Footwear - Collaborating with celebrities and using innovative materials in footwear design can help brands appeal to a wider audience and stand out in a competitive market.
2. Fashion - Incorporating sportswear and athletic designs into high-end fashion can create an innovative new niche market that appeals to consumers looking for stylish and functional clothing options.
3. Entertainment - Collaborating with popular celebrities to create unique products can increase brand recognition and consumer engagement, making it a valuable marketing strategy for entertainment companies.