These Picasso Babe Crocheted Sneakers Pave the Way for Mini Sneakerheads
Corinne Guirgis — June 2, 2015 — Fashion
References: picassobabe & highsnobiety
Reproducing sneakerheads have something to celebrate with the release of the newest Picasso Babe Crocheted Sneakers created in partnership with hipster publishing tycoons Highsnobiety. The collection boasts a knitted take on celebrated sneaker classics like the Nike Air Jordan, the Adidas Originals Superstar, the Converse Chuck Taylor All Star, the Puma Clide and the Vans S8-Hi for your baby, so your child's sneaker collection might even out-do your own.
The collaboration is the second collection from the Spanish brand, following a collection that included pop cultural sneaker favorites like the Yeezy 750 Boost and Nike Air Yeezy II. With the alarming rate of growth of children's feet, the Picasso Babe Crocheted Sneakers offer an affordable and long-lasting alternative for sneakerhead parents hoping to give their young ones an early start.
The collaboration is the second collection from the Spanish brand, following a collection that included pop cultural sneaker favorites like the Yeezy 750 Boost and Nike Air Yeezy II. With the alarming rate of growth of children's feet, the Picasso Babe Crocheted Sneakers offer an affordable and long-lasting alternative for sneakerhead parents hoping to give their young ones an early start.
Trend Themes
1. Crochet Fashion - The rise of crocheted baby sneakers indicates a growing demand for crochet fashion. Companies can capitalize on this trend by offering crocheted clothing and accessories for adults as well.
2. Kid's Streetwear - The popularity of the Picasso Babe Crocheted Sneakers among young children highlights the emergence of a new consumer base for kid's streetwear brands. Companies could develop exclusive collections to cater to this market.
3. Upscaling Baby Clothing - The creation of miniature versions of popular sneaker models indicated a potential for upscaling baby clothing by incorporating adult fashion trends. Companies can tap into this opportunity by creating high-end baby clothing using popular fashion designs and materials.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion - The rise of crochet fashion and the upscaling of baby clothing present a significant opportunity for fashion companies to expand their offerings.
2. Kid's Apparel - The potential for the kid's streetwear market highlights a growth opportunity for the children's apparel industry to expand their product lines.
3. Handmade Goods - The use of crochet techniques in creating miniature sneaker models opens up a new market for handmade goods makers to explore for creative 'out-of-the-box' ideas.
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