Off-White's "For Riding" Boots Arrive in All-Black
Ellen Smith — September 2, 2020 — Fashion
References: brownsfashion & hypebae
Off-White's "For Riding" boots are the latest fro the label to hit the market, offering consumer a gothic-western approach to fashion that's equal parts high-end and practical.
The tall, lace up boots are constructed with a water-resistant material that's sure to kep one's feet dry during less than desirable weather. For sunnier days, these boots provide a fashion statement that can be dressed up or down, making for a seasonless look. The boots feature a classic Wellington rain boot vibe, but with a high-fashion twist. The side reads "For Riding" in Abloh's classic quotation mark motif and font. The shoes arrive in an all-black colorway, with laces and a small heel. They retail for approximately approximately $360 USD.
Image Credit: Browns
The tall, lace up boots are constructed with a water-resistant material that's sure to kep one's feet dry during less than desirable weather. For sunnier days, these boots provide a fashion statement that can be dressed up or down, making for a seasonless look. The boots feature a classic Wellington rain boot vibe, but with a high-fashion twist. The side reads "For Riding" in Abloh's classic quotation mark motif and font. The shoes arrive in an all-black colorway, with laces and a small heel. They retail for approximately approximately $360 USD.
Image Credit: Browns
Trend Themes
1. Gothic-western Fashion - The trend of gothic-western fashion offers opportunities for brands to create high-end and practical products that combine edgy aesthetics with functionality.
2. Seasonless Footwear - The trend towards seasonless footwear presents an opportunity for brands to design versatile shoes that can be worn year-round, catering to consumers' changing fashion needs.
3. High-fashion Rain Boots - The emergence of high-fashion rain boots presents a disruptive innovation opportunity for brands to create stylish and water-resistant footwear options that bridge the gap between fashion and practicality.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion Retail - In the fashion retail industry, brands can tap into the gothic-western fashion trend by offering a range of high-end riding boots that cater to consumers' desire for unique and edgy styles.
2. Footwear Manufacturing - Footwear manufacturers can capitalize on the demand for seasonless footwear by producing versatile boots that can be worn in different weather conditions, offering both style and functionality.
3. Luxury Fashion - Luxury fashion brands have the opportunity to disrupt the industry by designing high-fashion rain boots that combine luxurious materials and craftsmanship with weather-resistant features, appealing to fashion-forward consumers who prioritize both style and practicality.
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