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Folded Footwear

Marloes ten Bhomer's Origami-Inspired Heels (UPDATE)

— July 10, 2009 — Fashion
From Marloes ten Bhömer come these concept shoes made from a single piece of leather wrapped around a stainless steel support.

Ten Bhömer called these shoes Beigefoldedshoe and will present them on July 16 in the Spring Projects gallery in London.

Along with showcasing the shoe, Marloes ten Bhömer will be showcasing other pieces of her conceptual work.

Implications - This innovative design is taking elements from unusual places and incorporating them into footwear. The shoe incorporates geometric and origami patterns, which makes it apparent that consumers want more sculptured and structural designs. Designers should focus on incorporating math-related and architectural elements into future shoe designs to match the demand for these modern styles.
Trend Themes
1. Geometric Footwear - Designers should explore incorporating geometric patterns and shapes into future shoe designs to meet the demand for sculptured and structural styles.
2. Origami-inspired Fashion - The success of origami-inspired footwear indicates a potential trend in the fashion industry where designers can experiment with origami-inspired designs in clothing and accessories.
3. Mathematical Design Elements - The incorporation of math-related elements in shoe design presents an opportunity for designers to create visually unique and modern styles that appeal to consumers.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion Design - Fashion designers can explore incorporating geometric patterns and origami-inspired designs in clothing and accessories to meet the growing demand for structured and artistic styles.
2. Footwear Manufacturing - The use of innovative design techniques, such as incorporating math-related elements and origami-inspired patterns, can help footwear manufacturers create trendy and unique shoe designs.
3. Architecture and Design - Architects and designers can collaborate with fashion brands to incorporate architectural elements and geometric patterns in footwear design, creating visually striking and modern products.
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