#Self-wearing shoe concept automatically opens and closes thanks to a clever low-tech shape memory alloy spring

#Self-wearing shoe concept automatically opens and closes thanks to a clever low-tech shape memory alloy spring

“Self-wearing shoe concept automatically opens and closes thanks to a clever low-tech shape memory alloy spring” Designed to look like the spiritual lovechild of the Nike Adapt self-lacing shoes and the Nike GO FlyEase hands-free shoe, this proof-of-concept footwear design from Jeff Shen hides a Nitinol (Nickel-Titanium Alloy) spring in its outsole. Known for its…

Read More
#Trendy Ugg Mini Platforms are potentially dangerous

#Trendy Ugg Mini Platforms are potentially dangerous

“Trendy Ugg Mini Platforms are potentially dangerous” Low-rise jeans, baguette bags and bootcut pants have returned, so it was inevitable that Uggs would also make a comeback. The iconic early-aughts footwear is having a moment in a new smaller, yet higher incarnation. Ugg’s $150 Classic Ultra Mini Platforms are the shoe of the moment. The…

Read More
#Balenciaga high-heel sneakers with fluid 3D-printed design shows what the future of fashion looks like

#Balenciaga high-heel sneakers with fluid 3D-printed design shows what the future of fashion looks like

“Balenciaga high-heel sneakers with fluid 3D-printed design shows what the future of fashion looks like” Shoes, quite like cars, phones, and all other objects, are limited by the technology available to them. Amazonians dipped their feet into liquid rubber before woven fabric/canvas and processed leather was a reality. The Crocs couldn’t have been possible had…

Read More
#“Decaying” shoes are made from organic materials

#“Decaying” shoes are made from organic materials

““Decaying” shoes are made from organic materials” If you’re the kind of person whose shoes last for years and years, you sometimes don’t know if they’re still wearable especially if you haven’t worn them for a long time (like say, during the pandemic). But as long as it’s still wearable, especially if it’s your favorite,…

Read More
#Walk on beer with these limited-edition Heineken sneakers have been injected with beer in their soles

#Walk on beer with these limited-edition Heineken sneakers have been injected with beer in their soles

“Walk on beer with these limited-edition Heineken sneakers have been injected with beer in their soles” Are you ready to ‘walk on beer’? Because Heineken’s here to ensure that you do just that! The infamous Dutch brewing company recently unveiled Heineken Silver – a new smooth, easy-to-drink beer brewed for a new generation of drinkers….

Read More