General Concept - Spring Summer 2023·24

Open slide and sandal models with simple and minimalist structures of maximum functionality and comfort stand out in the trend for the warm season. Slides with only one transversal strap, with thin or flat soles, prevail over those with two or more straps, with closed toe-end mules and clogs being an alternative in this segment. These mini uppers can be plain, sober, and elegant, as well as very colorful and patterned. Anatomical insoles become essential in these models, identified with the Birkenstock concept, which will be a strong fashion reference this season.

Other sandals with a back support strap adopt uppers with transversal straps, or new variations of classic Franciscan or crab sandals. The outdoor modeling proposal also continues, with straps and rings, similar to Teva. The soles can be thin, flat, or platform, where volumes take on more sculptural shapes.

Ballerinas, moccasins, and sneakers prevail in closed lines, in a wide range that includes classic, retro, futuristic, and hybrid options.

They gain prominence through colors, prints, textures, and touch. Technology combined with creativity has made it possible to develop textiles and synthetics with remarkable aesthetic value and quality.

Along with smooth, soft, and flexible finished skins and leathers, a series of materials with high craftsmanship content are incorporated, where various engravings -reptiles and geometric-, perforated, embossed, and especially interwoven, in mono and multicolor versions stand out.

Textiles are very functional for the season, hence the intensive use of canvas, fine canvas, gabardine, denim, macramé, and mesh knitted fabric in solid colors and prints. Open weaves of tulle, netting, and crochet are also frequently applied in summer footwear.

Opaque and semi-matte finishes prevail over shines, which are reduced to some patent leather and metallic options.

For better foot protection, sandals and slides resort to tubular materials and straps -of different diameters-, very soft and cushioned.

Technical fabrics such as elastane and neoprene are used as complements for a better fit of the products.

Moderate volumes in slides and sandals, which include thin soles with and without heels, and flats with an average thickness of 2.5 cm. The use of anatomical insoles for greater comfort is becoming widespread. The profiles are equalized straight, often have lug or track lines. There is greater aesthetic functionality of the soles with the uppers, hence the appearance of many covered soles and in different colors. Coverings of jute, Rattan, and wood-like materials are abundant, and are frequently used in clogs. Although the rounded toe-end insole format is predominant, square toe-end insoles are also a trend. The pointed ones are reserved for some mules and Louis XV models with closed toe-ends.

Outdoor and chunky soles incorporate volumes and moldings, while high platforms refine their designs. Wedge soles and cupsoles are renewed in details, and remain classic for sneakers and casuals.

High heels -both thin and chunky- for women's footwear explore new shapes and finishes -paints, linings, metal inlay works, and gems- to add elegance and attractiveness.

The prominence of color in fashion arises as a need to create positive stimuli and sensations within a critical environment. The search is deepened and the chromatic palette is opened in all its extension. The trend is oriented towards natural, saturated and bright hues, such as yellow, magenta, lime green and orange, accompanied by softer and more relaxed hues such as sky blue, pink and mint green.

Although there is a preference for monochrome use in footwear, another alternative is the availability of different options in floral prints, animal print, and geometric patterns, which give style and identity to the products.

There is a presence of citrus colors, yellows and oranges, enhanced in their fluorescent versions, as well as soft and calm pastels such as pink, beige, lilac and aqua green. A frequent practice is the exploration of new combinations, beyond the classic and traditional ones, considering that the choice of colors, in addition to a visual aesthetic reason, has an emotional aesthetic purpose.