The 'PlusMinus' Shoe Degrades Back into the Earth in 90 Days
Alexander Lam — May 12, 2013 — Eco
References: kickstarter & conceptkicks
Wearing the same shoes for over three months can be a drag but with the 'PlusMinus' biodegradable shoes, you can stop without feeling guilty. The lightweight summer slip-ons are designed to degrade straight back into the Earth after 90 days of wear. Nutrients like nitrogen and sulfur are released upon the shoe's expiry.
The shoes are made of wool because of its optimal qualities for the PlusMinus. Wool is biodegradable, breathable and water-repellent. The sole of the shoe is made of a thin layer of rubber. Most of the rubber should wear out by the end of your 90 days of use.
Currently on Kickstarter, the PlusMinus shoes come in two collections. You can opt to take the classy route with the 'Classic Collection' or go modern with the 'Solid Collection'. Both collections come in vibrant color combinations like slate/aqua and slate/lime.
The shoes are made of wool because of its optimal qualities for the PlusMinus. Wool is biodegradable, breathable and water-repellent. The sole of the shoe is made of a thin layer of rubber. Most of the rubber should wear out by the end of your 90 days of use.
Currently on Kickstarter, the PlusMinus shoes come in two collections. You can opt to take the classy route with the 'Classic Collection' or go modern with the 'Solid Collection'. Both collections come in vibrant color combinations like slate/aqua and slate/lime.
Trend Themes
1. Biodegradable Footwear - The development of biodegradable shoes presents an opportunity for sustainable and eco-friendly fashion.
2. Circular Economy - The concept of designing shoes that degrade back into the earth promotes a circular economy by reducing waste and minimizing environmental impact.
3. Natural Materials - The use of wool and rubber as natural materials in shoe production aligns with the growing consumer demand for sustainable and organic products.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion - The fashion industry can explore the manufacturing of biodegradable shoes to tap into the market demand for sustainable and environmentally friendly footwear options.
2. Sustainability - The sustainability industry can leverage the concept of biodegradable shoes to promote the adoption of circular economy practices and reduce waste in the fashion industry.
3. Natural Materials - The natural materials industry can embrace the use of wool and rubber as eco-friendly alternatives in various product categories, including footwear.
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