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Sleek Soft Foam Mules

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

The California 2.0 Slip-On by Fear of God Has a Soft Base Foundation

— August 24, 2023 — Fashion
Streetwear giant Fear of God unveils its latest footwear silhouette for the season in the form of the California 2.0. It is a soft mule made with foam materials and is set to join the FOG collection that first launched back in 2018. It is essentially an elevated iteration of the California 1.0, which is a backless slide that was unveiled two years ago.

The shoes are have launched online on the Fear of God website joining the brand's FOG Collection Eight series as of August 23th. It has a sleek silhouette with a single build for a minimal design language. It has a seamless structure with a curved look and embodies a custom XL EXTRALIGHT foam upper.

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Trend Themes
1. Soft Foam Footwear - The Fear of God California 2.0 showcases the trend of using soft foam materials in the construction of footwear.
2. Elevated Silhouettes - The California 2.0 is an elevated iteration of a previous design, reflecting the trend of creating upgraded versions of popular styles.
3. Minimal Design Language - The sleek silhouette and single build of the California 2.0 exemplify the trend of minimalistic design in footwear.
Industry Implications
1. Streetwear - The Fear of God California 2.0 aligns with the streetwear industry's focus on innovative and fashion-forward footwear.
2. Footwear - The use of foam materials in the California 2.0 opens up new opportunities for innovation within the footwear industry.
3. Fashion - The minimal design language of the California 2.0 reflects the current trend towards simplicity and minimalism in the fashion industry.
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