Further Research : Jimmy Choo
After developing my ideas and mind maps, I have decided to creating a collection of footwear for Belle Cherie, in which I will be designing footwear for men’s. Therefore I am going to research on a Jimmy Choo a Malaysian footwear designer mainly based in United Kingdom, who has not only inspired me but also has widen my perspective on men’s footwear. Beginning with my first bit of research the shoe which has inspired me to look at Jimmy Choo was a collaboration with Timberland. “ Following a successful partnership in 2020, Timberland® and Jimmy Choo reunite in Autumn 2022 with a luxury footwear collection that redefines boot culture.” (Timberland,2022)
However this footwear collection was mainly designed for both men’s and women’s but the outsole were slightly similar to the Jimmy Choo : Diamond Derby which was designed for only men’s . Although these two footwear slightly has the same design for the outsole but, the footwear collaboration with Timberland has an overall chunkier design on the outsole which has inspired me to cooperate with my initial idea for men’s. “Launched on 30 November, the collection is available to shop at Jimmy Choo and Timberland retail locations as well as their stockists, including luxury retailers Selfridges, Mytheresa and Farfetch.” (Weston, 2022)
Moreover these footwear has padded collar which works as a comforting element and provide better fit when worn. Secondly the rubber outsole for this footwear was sourced from Vibram. “Vibram is the world leader in the development and manufacturing of high-performance rubber soles for outdoor and leisure activities, workwear, fashion, orthopaedics and correction”. (Vibram, n.d). Over here I feel these 6 inches boot with chunky outsole might have been a difficult part to provide grip, but upon researching these Vibram rubber soles works out well for these footwear by providing great traction and durability.
Next coming to the materials, these footwear is made from “Upper in premium nubuck Better Leather from a sustainable tannery rated silver by the Leather Working Group for its water, energy, and waste management practices” Timberland (2022a). Nubuck is referred to a sustainable material which is made up from top grain leather which is buffed or sanded to provide a smooth running texture.
Overall, Not only design of the outsole but also the material has now inspired me to work on design for men’s in my collection for Belle Cherie, Cromwell. Furthermore, before cooperating this bit of research on my major project I will be looking at reviews for his specific footwear collection if it’s successful or not, or ,whether the customer are satisfied.
Talking about review on these collection of 6 footwear design of Jimmy Choo X Timberland collaboration are primarily made with the same material. According to Tess (2020), “For my honest thoughts on the Jimmy Choo x Timberland collaboration, I LOVE them! I’ve been wearing them for about a month now and the only complaint that I have is that my jeans/leggings don’t tend to stay tucked into the boot.” As these boots are more likely combat boots it is acceptable to have slight discomfort wearing loose jeans or leggings as these footwear have padded ankles. However if I get a chance to cooperate this design into my initial ideas I might not go for 6 inch boot with padded ankles. Lastly, “ They are comfortable, stylish, and the perfect amount of chunky. 10/10 would recommend!” (Tess, 2020).
Overall, I am completely satisfied with this piece of research and I will more likely to use the same material and cooperate with the Vibram Rubber sole for my Design board for men’s in collection for Belle Cherie.
Reference:
Timberland (2022). Jimmy Choo X Timberland® Spray-Painted Boot for Women in Yellow | Timberland. [online] Timberland United Kingdom. Available at: https://www.timberland.co.uk/shop/en/tbl-uk/women-footwear-the-original-6-inch-boot/jimmy-choo-x-timberland-spray-painted-boot-for-women-in-yellow-a61nq231 [Accessed 30 Apr. 2024].
Weston, S. (2022). First look: Jimmy Choo X Timberland. [online] Drapers. Available at: https://www.drapersonline.com/news/first-look-jimmy-choo-x-timberland [Accessed 30 Apr.2024].
Vibram (n.d.). The Vibram Brand | VIBRAM. [online] www.vibram.com. Available at: https://www.vibram.com/uk/products/br_our_brand.html#:~:text=Vibram%20is%20the%20world%20leader [Accessed 30 Apr 2024].
Timberland (2022a). Jimmy Choo X Timberland® Spray-painted Boot for Men in Yellow | Timberland. [online] Timberland United Kingdom. Available at: https://www.timberland.co.uk/shop/en/tbl-uk/jimmy-choo-x-timberland-spray-painted-boot-for-men-in-yellow-a65uf231?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=PLA&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjw3NyxBhBmEiwAyofDYQKvAfHYpUMmwPeKRx0Z13d7r6JvJuQHfzle4zNhDCAQ7bH9-y4fORoCPbwQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds [Accessed 30 Apr. 2024].
Tess (2020). Jimmy Choo x Timberland Collaboration Review. [online] Allure By Tess. Available at: https://allurebytess.com/index.php/2020/11/18/jimmy-choo-timberland-boots-luxury-review/ [Accessed 30 Apr. 2024].
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