Olly Shinder and Magnum Boots Join Forces on New Footwear
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Olly Shinder is one of the rising fashion talents in London and now he is partnering with Magnum Boots, breaching his way into the footwear industry. The designs are centered around function with an elevated look using the rugged form of Magnum's protective footwear as the base.
Shinder then details the shoes with the signature crocodile emblem. Other notable details include the buttoned leather panel cut with geometric ends -- it has a triangular shape and covers the top of the shoe to obscure most of the laces. It is constructed with hard-wearing action leather and rests on top of a Michelin rubber outsole at the base. It is made with inspiration from London's nightlife.
Image Credit: Olly Shinder
Shinder then details the shoes with the signature crocodile emblem. Other notable details include the buttoned leather panel cut with geometric ends -- it has a triangular shape and covers the top of the shoe to obscure most of the laces. It is constructed with hard-wearing action leather and rests on top of a Michelin rubber outsole at the base. It is made with inspiration from London's nightlife.
Image Credit: Olly Shinder
Trend Themes
1. Fashion-utility Collaboration - The collaboration between fashion talent and utilitarian brands is evolving, blending aesthetics with functionality in innovative ways.
2. Geometric Details in Footwear - Footwear designs featuring geometric details are on the rise, offering unique and eye-catching elements to traditional shoe designs.
3. Nightlife-inspired Footwear - Footwear inspired by nightlife culture is gaining popularity, reflecting the vibrant and eclectic styles seen in urban nightlife scenes.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion - The fashion industry is increasingly embracing collaborations that merge stylish design with practical utility.
2. Footwear - The footwear industry is seeing a shift toward designs that integrate robust materials and distinctive detailing.
3. Rubber Manufacturing - Rubber manufacturing for footwear is innovating with high-performance compounds, highlighted by collaborations with fashion brands.
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