Any footwear fanatic looking to infuse some futuristic touches into their shoe collection is in luck, because these high-tech shoes are showcasing modern footwear designs in a whole new way.
With technological and digital devices becoming such an integral part of people's everyday lives, there is no surprise as to why retailers are infusing technological gadgets and futuristic features into their products. And these high-tech shoes are some great examples of how ordinary items are now being re-invented to feature technological qualities that consumers seem to be craving. From sneakers that are linked to social media platforms such as Twitter to illuminated footwear and heat-sensitive shoes, these high-tech designs are offering fashionistas a creative way to infuse even more technological aspects into their ordinary footwear designs.
56 High-Tech Shoes
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Technological Footwear
The Cedric Fiazinski Ultimate Bespoke Shoe is Custom-Made
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3D Printed Sneakers
The Nike Football 3D Printed Shoes are Unbelievable
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Illuminating Heels
These Light-Up Stilettos From Nicholas Kirkwood for Rodarte Rock
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Circuit Board Sneakers
Gabriel Dishaw Creates Metallic Footwear Masterpiece
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Strap-On Shoe Soundsystems
Wear the Music That You Blast with the Sneaker Speaker
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Futuristic Running Shoes
Y-3 Combines Technology and Fashion in its Latest Running Shoe
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Dance-Encouraging Sneakers
Ground Wave by Tom Sykes Syncs to an App So Dancers Can Boogie Away
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Glowing Electric Sneakers
The Neon Converses from Etsy Will Light up the Night Sky
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Star-Gazing Space Sneakers
The New Nike Lebrons Salute NASA and Feature Space Images
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Flawless Foot-Hugging Runners
The Under Armour SpeedForm Fits Like a Bra for Your Feet
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High-Tech Hooker Shoes
Sky-High Heels Fit For Ladies of the Night
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Luminous Superhero Sneakers
The 'Oryon X TRON Shoes' are Made with Innovative Technology
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Electricity-Generating Footwear
The PediPower Shoes Harnesses Kinetic Energy from Pedestrians
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Electric Light Shoes
OniTsuka Tigers With Mini City of Lights
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Thermal Footwear Accessories
The 'Warm Shoestrings' Concept Keeps Toes Cozy in the Cold
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Rave-Ready Footwear
LED Shoes Use Panels to Turn High-Tops & Stilettos Into Trippy Accessories
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Gadget-Adorned Gamer Shoes
The Fallout Vault Dweller Dunks are Epic and Apocalyptic
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Mainframe Footwear
The PCB Shoes by Steven Rodrig are Intended for Geeky Gals
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Laser-Printed Shoes
The Marloes Ten Bhomer 'Rapidprototypedshoe' was Made by 3D Printing
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Illuminated Hightop Sneakers
The Solebox Reebok Omnizone Pump is Pretty High-Tech
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Gamma Ray Basketball Sneakers
The Nike LeBron 11 'Gamma Blue' is Inspired by Science
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Path-Illuminating Footwear
The 'Smart Concept Sole' Has Built-in Headlights to Brighten Your Path
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Tune-Emitting Shoes
The Adidas Megalizer Creates Cool Music as You Move
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Technicolor Tech Kicks
PUMA Spring/Summer 2011 Faas Collection Has the Newest Shoe Technology
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Footwear Freshener Devices
The shUVee Shoe Deodorizer Eliminates Nasty Smells
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Kinetic Flashlight Kicks
Pioneer Headlight Shoes Lights Up Your Path
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Phone-Integrated Footwear Art
This 3D Printed Shoe Commemorates FreshFiber's Unusual iPhone Cases
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High-Tech Tactical Boots
Nike Sportswear SFB Holiday 2011 Offers Tough Sturdy Footwear
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Gamer Sneaker Sets
The Nike Playstation Pack Celebrates the Console's 15th Year
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Stellar Soccer Shoes
Mercurial Superfly Vapor II Features Adaptive Traction Technology
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Automatic Cool Down Kicks
The Carbon Pro Team Shoes Convert Sweat into Sweetness
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Footwear Container Speakers
The Reebok FitList Shoebox Celebrates Its Partnership with Spotify
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Mileage Tracking Shoes
Michael Robinson's Nike 26 Lets Everyone Know How Far You Can Go
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Stiletto Speakers
The High Heel Speakers are Computer Accessories for Shoe Fanatics
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Tweeting Shoes
Ramblers Follow Every Step You Take
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Tweeting Sports Shoes
AdiPower Barricade Offers Instant Social Media Connection During Olympics
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Auto-Tightening Shoes
These Power Laces Were Inspired by 'Back to the Future II'
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Sweat-Free Shoe Technology
GEOX’s XENSE Shoes Have Pores That Exude Sweat and Odor
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Treasure-Finding Footwear
Metal Detector Sandals From Hammacher Schlemmer
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Barefoot-Simulating Soccer Footware
The Nike 'Hypervenom' Shoes Provide a Nude Feel on the Field
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Clip-On Footwear Flashlights
The Expedition LED Shoe Lights Shine a Light on the Path Ahead
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DIY Light-Up Kicks
Converse Shoe Designs Will Look Even Cooler with Light Installations
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Eco Shoes Dryer
Battery-Powered Sweat Eliminator
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Pain-Relieving Slippers
Soothe Injuries and Prevent Cold Feet Using Foot Wraps
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Navigational Footwear
Dominic Wilcox 'No Place Like Home GPS Shoe' Makes Getting Lost an Adventure
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Technologically Advanced Kicks
The Puma Cell Fusion 2 Golf Shoes are Seriously Souped Up
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Energy-Creating Footwear
The InStep Nanopower Shoes Create Electricty as You Walk
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Motorized Senior Shoes
The Re-Step is Designed to Teach Seniors to Walk Again
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Feather-Light Insulating Slippers
The Air Fit Room Shoe Acts Like Warm Pillows for Your Feet
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Walk-Powered Shoe Chargers
Exercise and Charge your iPod
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GPS Footwear
Ambulator Shoes are Designed for Dementia Patients
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Video Game Footwear
Nintendo Right in your Sneakers
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Beatboxing Dance Shoes
The Adidas Mega Shuffle Promotes the Original Mega Shoe Line
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Headphonic Footwear
Speakers and Sneakers Collide in New Art Force One Puma
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Shoe-Specific Blow-Dryers
The Boot and Glove Dryer Helps Avoid Stepping into Soggy Shoes
Related Ideas
Artful Olympian Body Tape
The Kinesio Tape at London 2012 Makes a Chromatic Appearance
Ballerina-esque Sneakers
The Nike Georgetown We Run D.C. Limited Collection Adds a Feminine Touch
Personalized Pop-Up Phone Protectors
The ‘Polchemy 3D Printed iPhone Case’ Stands Out
Finger Trap-Inspired Sneakers
These Bright Nike Running Shoes Emulate a Chinese Finger Trap
3D Printed Sneakers
The Nike Football 3D Printed Shoes are Unbelievable
Scaled Silver Sneakers
The Nike Dunk Wedge for Women is Full of Glitter
Zig-Zagging High Tops
The adidas Originals Crazy 8 Tennis Shoes are Bold and Bulky
Sock-Infused Boots
The Nike LunarTerra Arktos Boot is Designed for the Cold
Dapper Army-Inspired Shoes
The Modern Vice Kenton Desert Camo Boasts an Earthy Pattern
Submerged Sporting Photographs
These Olympic Pool Pictures Capture the Athletes in Action
Grungy Olympic Editorials
The 2012 Dazed & Confused Fashion Feature Highlights Patriotic Styles
Superhero Film Shoes
The Dark Knight Rises Toms Shoes Commemorate the Final Batman Installment
Ground-Sensitive Footwear
The Nike Free Hyperfeel Does Away With Extra Padding on the Sole
Stained Glass Sneakers
The Liberty Vans 2013 Holiday Collection is Stained-Glass Inspired
Subtly Sporty Dress Shoes
The New Cole Haan Nike Air Collection Jumps Out in Bright Colors
Vibrantly Capped Footwear
The Del Toro 3M Neon Green Toe Cap Oxford is For the Funky Dandy
Brazen Print Kicks
The Marimekko x Converse 2013 S/S Sneaker Collection is Bold
Flamboyant DIY Spring Sneakers
A Beautiful Mess DIY Sneakers Add Spring to Your Step
Anti-Theft GPS Bikes
The SpyBike Invisible GPS Lets You Know Where Your Bike is at All Times
Sneaker History Exhibits
Bata Shoe Museum 'Out of the Box' Documents the Rise of this Culture
Hi-Tech Rocking Chairs
The iRock by Micasa Lab Has a Built-In iPad Dock and Sound System
Vibrantly Knitted Runners
The Nike Lunar 1 Kicks Use Flyknit Technology to Help Athletes Soar
Sandy Soled Sneakrs (UPDATE)
Nikes' 'Beaches of Rio' Shoes are Ocean-Themed Runners
Sports Car-Inspired Shoes
The Prada 'CarShoe' Launches Your Feet into Luxury
Rain Boot-Inspired Loafers
The Mark McNairy Spring Summer 2013 Shoe Collection Modernizes Classics
Motivational Athletic Resolutions
The Nike Running 2013 Campaign Hits the World with a Hashtag
Sporty Formal Hybrid Shoes
The Y-3 Drake Shoe Looks Good and Can be Worn Comfortably for Hours
Punchy Floral Sneakers
The Liberty x Nike Air Max 90 Floral Print Sneakers Are Vibrant
Lightweight Leaping Shoes
The Kobe Bryant Sneakers Slither Like a Snake
Manly Women Slippers
The Miu Miu Fall 2012 Shoes Include Menswear-Inspired Offerings
Waterproof Deck Footwear
The Crocs Beach Line Boat Shoe are Stylish and Practical Alternatives
Kettlebell-Like Sound Systems
The Moktak Portable Outdoor Speaker Splits Open Conveniently
Rubber Boot Basketball Sneakers
The Air Jordan XX8 Shoe is Two Shoes in One
Oxford-Infused Boots
The Brogue Derby Boot is a Gentleman's Walking Shoe
Urban China-Inspired Sneakers
The Nike Air Max 90 EM Are Based on Chinese City Tianjin
Custom Shoe Redesigns
Sneakers Addicts Gives Tips on How to Personalize Your Nike Air Max 1's
Pedal-Powered Prison Sentences
Santa Rita do Sapucaí Penitentiary Has Inmates Create Energy
Floral Sporty Sneakers
These Nike x Liberty of London Shoes are Garden-Inspired
Chicken Pox Print Kicks
These Converse Polka Dot Sneakers Also Feature Flannel Stripes
Paisley Printed Sneakers
The 'Paisley' Vans Sneakers are the Newest Print to Release This Year
Syncing Powerful Portable Speakers
The KAKKOii WOW Speaker is Small in Size But Big on Sound
Slipper Sneaker Hybrids
The Nike Air Huarache OG Returns After More Than Two Decades
Low-Rise Vintage Kicks
The Nike Koston Heritage Spring 2013 Sneakers are Classic
Fly Guy Laundering
The Arion Clothes Iron Turns Your Duds into Air Dancers for Drying and Pressing
Designer Athletic Kicks
High Fashion Reinterprets Sports Function with the Hender Scheme Sneaker
Kinetic Phone Chargers
The Ino Bike Lets Commuters Recharge Phones On the Go
Facially Featured Collections
Joanna Pybus Designs Fantastic Fashions With Dramatically Large Eyes
Lustrously Luminous Jewelry
These LED Crystal Earrings Glamorously Glow in the Dark
Bamboo Camo Kicks
Nike Reveals the New Air Jordan XX8 in a Leafy Colorway
Capsule-Like Speakers
The Beats by Dr. Dre Pill is Both Compact and Powerful
Sleek Skin-Like Footwear
The Merrell Vapor Glove Shoe Conforms for Maximum Comfort and Flexibility
Stealthy Strapped Shoes
Nike's Strapped Sneakers are So Slick They Need to be Strapped Down
Vibrantly Exotic Sneakers
The Nike Roshe Run Safari Pack are Colorfully Textured
Heroic Sneaker Prints
These DC Comics Shoes by Converse Feature Batman, Joker & Superman
Paint-Splattered Shoes
The Maison Martin Margiela Colour Drops Replica Sneaker are Artsy
Witty Graphic Merchandise
Paul Kasmin Shop & Edition01 Celebrate Anniversaries with New Collection
Punk Rock-Branded Shoes
Relive Green Day’s American Idiot with These Punk Rock Sneakers
Hunter-Friendly Camo Kicks
The Air Max 90 Premium Duck Infra Camo shoes are Edgy And Wild
Illuminating Ring Lamps
The Osram Orange Award is Both a Trophy and Functional Device
Woven Multicolor Sneakers
The Nike 'Roshe Run' Woven Rainbow Kicks are Fun for a Run
Metallic Superhero Kicks
The Iron Man AF1 Editions are Next-Level Awesome
90S-Inspired Running Shoes
The ASICS 2013 Spring/Summer Colleciton is Comfortable
Hi-Tech Foot Garments
The BlackSocks Smarter Socks Ensure Men Don't Misplace Them Ever Again
Stylish Auto-Branded Pop-Ups
MINI Lifestyle Store Showcases Fashion & Accessory Products
Vibrantly Knitted Sneakers
The Converse & Missoni Collaboration Launched the New Auckland Racer
Custom-Fit Golfing Footwear
Pro Golfer Tiger Woods Teams Up with Nike to Design the Nike TW 14
Crystallized Sod Shoes
These Daffodile Christian Louboutin Pumps Look Exactly Like Grass
Business Suited Sneakers
Nike's New Stylish Running Shoe Will Have You Perform with Class
Illuminated Headgear Attachments
The BrimLit LED Hat Light Lets You See in the Dark
Immersive Web Streamed Catwalks
The Adidas Y-3 SS13 Show Was an Interactive Live Stream Event
British Transit Lookbooks
The Slam City Skates 2013 S/S Collection Takes Over London
Plant-Inspired Sneakers
The Hundreds Brand Ikat Johnson Mid ‘Cactus’ is Leafy
Plush Toy Feline Shoes
The 'Hello Kitty Sneakers' are Soft and Stylish
Paint-Themed Sneakers
The Maison Martin Margiela Grey Textured Painted Sneakers are Wavy
Ocean Blue Running Shoes
These Turquoise Shoes are Nike’s Newest Air Max Release
Fitness Tracking Bracelets
The Fitbit Flex is a Wearable Device Monitoring Daily Activities
Eccentric Japanese High Tops
The Converse Japan 2013 Collection Features Flowers, Sand and Stripes
Wireless Bicycle Receivers
The Hands Free Bike Bluetooth Device Amps Up Your Safety
Caped Crusader Slippers
These Batman Slipper Boots Will Keep You Warm and Cozy
Street Art Sneakers
The Ugg x Claw Money Collaboration is an Unexpected Departure
Scaly Serpent Sneakers
The Year of the Snake Pack Adds an Upscale Touch to an Old Classic
Belted Suede Loafers
The Green George Shoes are a Perfect Start to a Fashionable Fall Season
Wilderness-Approved Footwear
Visvim’s Virgil Boots Crepe-Folk are Lovely for Strenuous Adven
8-Bit Running Sneakers
The Nike Free Trainer 7.0 is in Honor of Warren Sapp
Basketball-Inspired Skate Shoes
These Vans Era 'Knicks' Are a Cross Between Sports
Retro Monochromatic Kicks
The 2013 Nike Air Jordan 5 Retro 'Oreo' Sneakers are Sick
90s Sitcom-Inspired Shoes
The Air Jordan 28 SE ‘Bel Air’ is An Ode to the Show We Know
Ghostly Glowing Garment Hangers
The Kacper Lamp Lights Up Your Closet and Keeps Clothes Uncrinkled
Sky-High Hovering Heels
The Huvr Platforms by Jeffrey Campbell Defy Odds and Gravity
Embroidered Velvet Slippers
The Del Toro x Theophilus London Limited Edition LVRS Slipper is Chic
Weblike Footwear Fasteners
The Smartfit Shoe Concept Can Be Tied Securely with a Single Cord
Wicked Emperor Slippers
Relax with the Dark Side in the Cozy Darth Vader Slippers
Celebratory Confetti Shoes
The Liberty Nike Air Max Sneakers Are Dominated by Paint Splatters
Comfy Color-Faded Clogs
The Onstall 'Dirt on the green' Wool Felted Slippers are Eco-Conscious
Printed Cartoon Sneakers
These Retro Converse Kicks Pay Homage to a Great Canadian Game
Shrunken Magnification Devices
This Powerful Pocket Microscope is Ideal for Scientists On-the-Go
Olympic Lunar Captures
The 'Full Moon Rises at Tower Bridge' Photos are Captivating
3D Printed Headpieces
These Hats Designed by Elvis Pompilio Are 3D Printed and Overtly Ornate
Massive Olympic Ad Deals
Adidas Metro Partnership is the Biggest Newspaper Contract of 2012 Games
Bold Cartoon-Inspired Sneakers
The New Converse ‘PLAY’ Collection is Colorfully Quirky
Device-Charging Bicycles
The Siva Cycle Atom Generator Harness Kinetic Energy to Power Gadgets
Cylindrical Porcelain Speakers
The Ceramic Subwoofer by Joey Roth is Clean and Simple
Floral Printed Designer Kicks
Y-3 Tokyo Trainer 'Floral' Offers Sleek Minimalist Printed Gear
Fabulous Floral Sneakers
The Nike Roshe Run GPX ‘Floral Pack’ Brings Some Beauty to Ru
Neon Light Swings
Artist Su-Mei Tse Uses Illuminated Tubes for Everyday Sculptures
Tiny Adhesive Flashlights
The Thumb-Lite is Small Yet Super Bright
Furry Feet Warmers
These Plush Halfling Slippers Let Users Pretend They're Hobbits
Lavish Reptilian Trail Boots
Experience the Great Outdoors in Designer Yuketen Huntboots
R&B Songstress-Inspired Sneakers
The Reebok Alicia Keys Line of Shoes is Musical
Phonograph Tune Speakers
The iPhone 5 Gramophone Blends the Beauty of the Past with the Future
Disc-Tightening Kicks
These Bold Puma Running Shoes Adjust with the Turn of a Wheel
Understated Irish-Inspired Sneakers
These St Patrick’s Day Converse are a Limited Edition De
Bee Hive Sound Systems
The Honeycomb Bluetooth Speaker is Beautifully Buzzworthy
Fluorescent Camping Knives
The Light Up Tactical Knife Allows You to Prepare Your Food in the Dark
Pro Skateboarder Speaker Pairings
The Plan B Nixon Soundclash Project Features Pro-Skaters
Adorably Shelled Booties
The Turtle Leather Shoes are Soft Slip-Ons for Your Toddler
Digitally Projected Football Fields
Nike Spain Brings a Digital Sports Field to the Streets
Foot-Specific Cooling Fans
The Thanko Foot Cooler is for Hot and Smelly Feet
X-men Inspired Running Shoes
The 'Wolverine Pump Fury HLS' are Perfect Back to School Footwear
Bamboo Wicker Sound Systems
Bambory Speakers Infuse Nature and Technology
Kinetic Smartphone Chargers
The Infinity Cell Uses Kinetic Energy to Charge Your iPhone
Warming Winter Sports Socks
Keep Your Feet Warm While You Hit the Slopes With SmartWool PhD Socks
Creepy Skeletal Slippers
The Jack Skellington Slippers Ensure Sweet Dreams on Chilly Evenings
Safari-Inspired Skate Shoes
The Nike SB Primitive Lunar Rod Sneaker is Designed by Paul Rodriguez
Waterless Dyeing Methods
Adidas DryDye T-Shirts Help to Conserve Precious H20
Coat Rack-Like Dryers
SecO by Jack McCulloch is a Cheap and Eco-Friendly Alternative
Two-Toned Mint Kicks
The Pierre Hardy Velvet and Suede Open Toe Wedges are Enticing
Steriod-Infused Intoxicants
The BrewDog 'Never Mind the Anabolics' Beer Has Performance Enhancers
Olympic Consequence Videos
‘The Dark Side of the London Olympics’ Vice Documentary
Cozy Critter Footwear
These Felt Animal Slippers are Perfectly Adorable for Your Youngster
Power-Generating Soccer Balls
SOCCKET is an Energy-Harnessing Soccer Ball That Generates Power
Shoe-Specific Blow-Dryers
The Boot and Glove Dryer Helps Avoid Stepping into Soggy Shoes