32 • Footwear Insight ~ November/December 2017 footwearinsight.com
Soft canvas and casual espadrille collide in the Vionic Hattie.
Cole Haan's 2.Zerogrand Stitchlite Oxford for Spring 2018 showcases a breathable, dual tone spectator design.
M O D E R N P R E P
re-imagined in metallic
colors and artisan leather
techniques. It is a mash
up of classic prep with
modern craft," says
Maddocks. Craftsmanship
and authenticity lends itself
well to Millennials who seek
well-made, special pieces
like Kaanas shoes, which
are handmade in Colombia
and Brazil. For Spring, the
firm has partnered with
local artisans in the town
of Usiacuri, Colombia, to
incorporate iraca (tropical
palm) fiber to be naturally
dyed and later woven into
sandals. Kaanas shoes
"can be worn to dress up
(or down) any look, which
is something Millennials
turn to when shopping for
their favorite shoes," notes
Liliana Acevedo, designer
for the brand.
In the workplace,
Millennials "can easily
combine a more polished
look without sacrificing
their comfort," according
to Marisa Byrne, director
of product and materials
for Vionic. In a sporty twist,
Byrne sees more structured,
