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Christian Louboutin Rollerball Loafers Add a Goth Edge to Casual Attire

— July 22, 2009 — Fashion
Goth and macabre fashion cues have taken Fall/Winter 2009-2010 runways by storm, so these Christian Louboutin Rollerball Loafers are sure to please.

These androgynous Christian Louboutin Rollerball Loafers are sized for women, but they look like what Marilyn Manson would do to a pair of your father's favorite slip-ons if armed with a Bedazzler. They're available for pre-order at Saks Fifth Avenue via the link below.

Implications - With popular media moguls sporting pop culture-themed costumes, the demand for these fashions in stores is rising. Consumers desire products that are embellished or kitschy to express their interest in pop culture. Companies can cater to these consumers by manufacturing these products that promote self-expression.
Trend Themes
1. Goth Fashion - Opportunities for disruptive innovation in the fashion industry by creating goth-inspired clothing and accessories.
2. Androgynous Fashion - Disruptive innovation opportunities in the fashion industry by designing gender-neutral clothing and footwear.
3. Kitschy Clothing - Potential for disruptive innovation in the fashion industry by producing clothing and accessories with playful and kitschy designs.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion Retail - Disruptive innovation opportunities in the fashion retail sector by showcasing and selling goth fashion and kitschy clothing products.
2. Footwear Manufacturing - Opportunities for disruptive innovation in the footwear manufacturing industry by creating and marketing androgynous shoe designs.
3. Fashion Accessories - Disruptive innovation opportunities in the fashion accessories industry by producing playful and kitschy accessories in line with current fashion trends.
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