Sneakers have become ingrained into pop culture and one designer took on a Japanese influence to use a 500-year-old technique to create these wrapped shoes.
'Vibram' used a Japanese material that's been used in their culture for wrapping various other things, but never footwear. The 'Furoshiki' cloth has been turned into designer sport footwear. The 'Furoshiki Shoe' blends elements of Japanese culture such as the cloth's functionality and 75 years of design experience from the Italian shoe designer to create a dynamic sneaker.
Using the cloth to create an innovative sole, the shoe is capable of adapting to the surface that it is used against. The material is extremely comfortable and durable, making it the perfect shoe for any casual situation. The shoe comes in five different, very unique colorways: aqua marina, black, jeans, pearls and violet.
Japanese-Inspired Wrapped Shoes
'Vibram' Created a Sneaker That Uses an Old Japanese Material
Trend Themes
1. Japanese-inspired Footwear - Using cultural inspiration and traditional techniques to create innovative and unique footwear designs.
2. Sustainable Materials - The use of eco-friendly and sustainable materials in the fashion industry, such as incorporating ancient fabrics into modern designs.
3. Adaptive Shoe Technology - Innovative sole technology that allows shoes to adapt to various surfaces for increased comfort and performance.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion - Using traditional fabrics and techniques to create new designs and trends in the fashion industry.
2. Eco-friendly Products - Incorporating sustainable materials into products to create environmentally conscious options for consumers.
3. Athletic Footwear - Innovative sole technology that can enhance athletic performance and provide increased comfort for athletes and fitness enthusiasts.