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The Cooperative Varsity Toe-Cap Shoes Adds Conservative Flair

— August 20, 2012 — Fashion
Whoever said being conservative cannot look chic obviously has not seen the Cooperative Varsity Toe-Cap Shoes. Taking conservative style and reinventing it for more modern-day wear, these shoes will be the object of hipster-fueled desired

Featuring ambiguous styling, these lace-up flats can be worn by male and female hipsters on a daily basis. With faux suede, denim and a stark-white toe-cap, these look shoes are worthy of wear on the feet of rock and roll gods like the late Elvis Presley and James Dean. Although these might not be as great as blue suede shoes, they are still pretty handsome.

Paired with some boyfriend jeans, a fedora and a plaid shirt, the Cooperative Varsity Toe-Cap Shoes will allow hipsters to update their out-of-date wardrobes.
Trend Themes
1. Conservative Style Reinvention - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create new clothing and accessories that take traditional conservative style and give it a modern, fashionable twist.
2. Ambiguous Styling - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design versatile clothing and footwear that can be worn by both male and female consumers, blurring traditional gender norms in fashion.
3. Hipster-fueled Desire - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop products that tap into the trend of hipster culture, offering unique and stylish options to cater to their fashion preferences.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion Industry - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introduce new designs and collections that combine conservative elements with modern trends to appeal to a wider range of consumers.
2. Footwear Industry - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create footwear that blends different materials and styles, offering unconventional options for customers seeking fashionable yet comfortable shoes.
3. Gender-inclusive Fashion Industry - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design clothing and accessories that challenge traditional gender norms and cater to the growing demand for gender-inclusive fashion choices.
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