Medieval Meets Modern Function in These Chainmail Shoes
Andrew Sztein — January 6, 2013 — Fashion
References: portal.gost-barefoots & gizmodo
These chainmail shoes are the perfect way for you to go medieval on your walking or exercise regimen. That’s not even mentioning the protection your feet will get from unprovoked knight attacks. Is that really a chance you want to take on your morning jog?
Whether your feet need protection from common sidewalk hazards or morning star swings, German company Gost has a solution for all your chain mail footwear needs in their PaleoBarefoots line.
A pair of the shoes will run you about $250, and are actually specifically designed for barefoot running, a cold steel alternative for the popular fitted running shoes on the market. Extra weight aside, it’s easy to actually see the benefits of the footwear. The interlocked steel rings found on the product will protect your feet and breathe better than the synthetic materials commonly found in regular running shoes.
Whether your feet need protection from common sidewalk hazards or morning star swings, German company Gost has a solution for all your chain mail footwear needs in their PaleoBarefoots line.
A pair of the shoes will run you about $250, and are actually specifically designed for barefoot running, a cold steel alternative for the popular fitted running shoes on the market. Extra weight aside, it’s easy to actually see the benefits of the footwear. The interlocked steel rings found on the product will protect your feet and breathe better than the synthetic materials commonly found in regular running shoes.
Trend Themes
1. Chainmail Footwear - The rise of chainmail footwear as a protective alternative to traditional running shoes creates opportunities for innovation in materials, design, and functionality.
2. Barefoot Running - The shift towards barefoot running has led to a demand for more protective and durable footwear solutions, with chainmail shoes emerging as a possible answer.
3. Medieval-inspired Fitness - The trend of incorporating elements of medieval warfare and fashion into fitness gear presents an opportunity for companies to explore new design and marketing strategies.
Industry Implications
1. Sporting Goods - Sporting goods companies have an opportunity to explore the chainmail footwear trend by creating innovative designs that cater to the growing demand for protective and durable running shoes.
2. Fashion - The rise of chainmail footwear as a fashion statement presents opportunities for designers to use the medieval-inspired look in more mainstream shoe designs and create a new trend in footwear fashion.
3. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) - Personal protective equipment companies can explore the use of chainmail materials in their products to offer more specialized and durable options for foot protection in high-risk environments.
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