Personalised and differentiated footwear is in high demand
If apparel covers the torso of the industry, it is footwear on which the fashion business stands firm. Fibre2Fashion spoke to a cross-section of people on trends in footwear market.
The FDRA is tracking a number of market trends that continue to emerge in this new retail environment we find ourselves in. More specifically, as the American brick-and-mortar retail correction continues, our members are having to adapt to ensure their products are being delivered via online sales in a timely fashion to consumers no matter where they are located. Most technologies are focused on speed-to-market opportunities and the movement of goods from emerging production markets.
Indian consumers are smarter and more experimental. Experimental because they embrace new designs and colours than just the regular monochromes, and smart because they want both comfort and style.
Consumers want their shoes to tell about their personality and personal habits.
Footwear is not just for utility anymore; they are a fashion statement. Of late, however, comfort fares at the same level of being a determining factor for consumers in buying footwear. Casual couture has kicked in as a big trend and along with that the sales of sneakers have risen.
Consumer trends suggest that our clients desire personalisation and prefer to customise their goods to their own specifications. Another key consumer trend is that consumers prefer a wide range of selections over a selection of specially designed limited edition formal shoes. It allows them to choose what they prefer accordingly since they are purchasing primarily for special occasions and they already have a garment in mind to pair the shoe style with.
Women and men are getting more aware with respect to comfort and style; today's consumer wants to experiment with styles and colours.
Increased awareness and an aspiration for global trends and designs have created a massive shift in the buying behaviour of consumers. This has in turn led to a growth of integrated shopping malls, stores and boutiques that provide consumers with the latest designs and customisation opportunities as well as the entire touch and feel experience.
Published on: 26/09/2019
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