The Balenciaga Speed Trainer Features a Full Sock
Mary Van Puymbroeck — June 6, 2017 — Fashion
References: bergdorfgoodman & hypebeast
Shoes with a sock-like aesthetic have been popping-up throughout the fashion world the past few seasons, but the Balenciaga Speed Trainer is the first pair to feature a full sock.
Instead of a conventional upper, this high-fashion item features a black tube sock with a rubber trainer sole. The effect is ultra sporty and dramatic. The original Speed Trainer has received many fast-fashion interpretations that feature a much more commercially appealing version of the sock sneaker. In response to this, Balenciaga has redesigned its fashion-forward shoe to be the most extreme version of the popular style. The redesign features minimal branding alongside the sole of the trainer, making for a laid back look. The Balenciaga Speed Trainer retails for $595.
Instead of a conventional upper, this high-fashion item features a black tube sock with a rubber trainer sole. The effect is ultra sporty and dramatic. The original Speed Trainer has received many fast-fashion interpretations that feature a much more commercially appealing version of the sock sneaker. In response to this, Balenciaga has redesigned its fashion-forward shoe to be the most extreme version of the popular style. The redesign features minimal branding alongside the sole of the trainer, making for a laid back look. The Balenciaga Speed Trainer retails for $595.
Trend Themes
1. Sock Sneakers - The popularity of sock sneakers has birthed a fashion-forward interpretation of comfortable footwear using unconventional, minimalist and sleek designs.
2. Hybrid Fashion - Hybrid fashion enables designers to combine different styles, materials, and shapes to create new and exciting products that appeal to a wider range of customers.
3. Athleisure Footwear - Athleisure footwear is a growing trend that blends the worlds of athletics and fashion by providing shoes that are comfortable yet stylish.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion - Fashion industry can disrupt traditional sneaker designs by creating hybrid products that combine the comfort of socks with the practicality of rubber soles.
2. Sports - Sports companies can create high-performance sock sneakers that provide the support athletes need while taking advantage of the latest fashion trends.
3. Retail - Retail companies can capitalize on the growing popularity of sock sneakers by designing their own products or partnering with popular fashion and sports brands.
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