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American Bill-Inspired Sneakers

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

YCMC and New Balance Rework The 990v4 Sneakers in a Unique Color

— March 30, 2018 — Fashion
American sneaker retailer YCMC work with sneaker label New Balance in reworking the classic 990v4 silhouette. The new collaborative shoe delivers a brand new colorway inspired by the colors of the American $100 bill. The New Balance 990v4 made its first debut back in 1982 and was the first athletic footwear to retail for the price of $100 USD. This is a commemorating moment for the label in delivering a piece that recalls both luxury and status.

The new 990v4 colorway is entitled 'Benjamin Bread,' and is constructed with a money-green upper of pigskin and accented with gray mesh. The concept of the American bill continues throughout the shoe through its details. The heel tab, midsole, and the 'N' logo lining boasts a metallic gold color. A unique element of the new collaborative shoe is that it will be packaged inside a specialized shopping tote crafted to represent a bank deposit bag. The collaborative YCMC x New Balance 990v4 sneakers will be available on YCMC's website and in locations beginning March 23 for the price of $165 USD.
Trend Themes
1. Money-inspired Colorways - Opportunity for sneaker brands to collaborate with retailers and create unique colorways inspired by currency.
2. Luxury Sneaker Collaborations - Opportunity for sneaker retailers and brands to collaborate and create limited edition sneakers that reflect luxury and exclusivity.
3. Unique Packaging Concepts - Opportunity for brands to enhance the customer experience by designing specialized packaging that adds value and reinforces the theme of the product.
Industry Implications
1. Sneaker Retail - Opportunity for sneaker retailers to tap into the trend of collaborative sneaker releases and offer exclusive products to their customers.
2. Fashion Retail - Opportunity for fashion retailers to capitalize on the popularity of luxury sneaker collaborations and attract sneaker enthusiasts to their stores.
3. Packaging Industry - Opportunity for packaging companies to offer innovative and customized packaging solutions to brands that want to create unique product experiences for their customers.
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