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Cut-Out Midsole Sneakers

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

Mizuno's New Wave Prophecy 8 Sneaker Comes in Triple Black

— July 17, 2019 — Fashion
Japanese footwear brand Mizuno introduces a new sneaker design to its roster and it comes in the form of a Wave Prophecy 8 model. The overall design is sleek and arrives in a triple black colorway with some subtle hits of contrasting details delivered in silver hues.

The uppers are constructed from a blend of rubber, leather, and mesh in a paneling manner in order to add depth to the entire tonal sneaker. Additionally, the top of the tongue tab features a rubber plate that boasts branding detail in the form of the brand's logo. There are also mesh materials at the lower parts of the model that coat the toe box and the forefoot. Rounding out the sneakers are a clear rubber patch at the heel that reads "MIZUNO WAVE."
Trend Themes
1. Cut-out Midsole Design - Opportunity for other sneaker brands to explore innovative ways to incorporate cut-out designs in their own sneakers.
2. Triple Black Colorway - Other brands can produce their own footwear that employ monochromatic colorways with subtle pops of contrasting details.
3. Mixed Material Uppers - Chance for shoe brands to experiment with different materials and paneling techniques to create unique sneaker designs.
Industry Implications
1. Footwear Manufacturing - The introduction of the cut-out midsole sneaker and mixed material uppers opens up opportunities for both established and emerging footwear manufacturers to create innovative products.
2. Apparel and Fashion - The popularity and versatility of the triple black colorway in footwear can extend to other fashion categories like apparel, accessories, and even home decor to create a consistent aesthetic in the market.
3. Sports and Athletics - Innovative design elements like the cut-out midsole and mixed materials in the uppers show potential for athletic footwear brands to provide consumers with advanced technologies for better performance and style.
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