from the color palette to the reflective details, it’s safe to say that the recreation is faithful, plus the sneakers look comfortable enough for everyday use.

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the removable four-toed ‘gloves’ of the superfinger superstar can also be used as bags or be attached to other shoes.

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unveiled during complexcon 2024 in las vegas, the 3D printed silhouette receives the same airbag tubes at the bottom of the heel part for soft cushioning.

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joon shoe exemplifies how design can address environmental impact, prioritizing circularity and modularity.

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flipping the sneakers, there’s an open-seam, Z-shaped outsole that stretches over time so the shoes match the users’ current foot size and shape.

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the project demonstrates how household items can serve as sustainable alternatives to petroleum-based plastics.

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these running shoes and handbags first appeared on the runway during the fall/winter 2024 show of the fashion house in milan.

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da bureau constructs a cobalt-blue ribbon to guide customers through the store, which doubles as seating and display.

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each work of 'bonzaï sneakers' contorts a plant into a nike shoe, its roots and weeds puncturing through the leather. 

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lazerian's sculpture shapes an avian form symbolizing the fluidity and spontaneity of breakdancing.

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