The Nike Air Moc Sandal is One-Of-A-Kind
Michael Hines — May 10, 2011 — Fashion
References: highsnobiety
Nike is gearing up for summer with the new Nike Air Moc Sandal. The Nike Air Moc Sandal is easily one of the strangest sandals I have ever seen as it is designed like a sandal, but shares traits with the Air Moc.
The Nike Air Moc Sandal has a push-button drawstring that loosens and tightens the shoe, just like the Air Moc. Both of the shoes are lightweight, although the Air Moc Sandal seems to be more lightweight, thanks to its cut-out panels than its featherweight materials. All similarities aside, the shoes are definitely not what you would expect from Nike, which isn't necessarily a bad thing. I love stompin' in my Air Force Ones as much as the next guy, but it is nice to see Nike take a different direction with its designs every now and then.
The Nike Air Moc Sandal has a push-button drawstring that loosens and tightens the shoe, just like the Air Moc. Both of the shoes are lightweight, although the Air Moc Sandal seems to be more lightweight, thanks to its cut-out panels than its featherweight materials. All similarities aside, the shoes are definitely not what you would expect from Nike, which isn't necessarily a bad thing. I love stompin' in my Air Force Ones as much as the next guy, but it is nice to see Nike take a different direction with its designs every now and then.
Trend Themes
1. Odd Summer Footwear - Nike's unique Air Moc Sandal may spark a trend for quirky summer footwear.
2. Drawstring Sandals - The drawstring feature on the Air Moc Sandal may inspire other footwear companies to incorporate this design element in their products.
3. Lightweight Cutout Shoes - Nike's use of cut-out panels on the Air Moc Sandal may influence other footwear companies to explore using lightweight materials in similar designs.
Industry Implications
1. Footwear - Footwear companies can explore unconventional designs like the Air Moc Sandal to offer new and exciting options to customers.
2. Sportswear - Sportswear companies can incorporate innovative design elements like the drawstring feature seen in the Air Moc Sandal for a unique spin on traditional athletic shoes.
3. Fashion - Fashion designers can draw inspiration from the use of cut-out panels in the Air Moc Sandal to create lightweight and breathable clothing for hot summer days.
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