The A Wrong Mongrel collection is comprised of eight experimental leather boots for men. Each of them has been uniquely enhanced with 3D-printed soles. As though inspired by the look of coral reefs, the shoes are enveloped with textured designs that add a huge grunge factor to each. It was only a matter of time before men's footwear had fun with this technology. 3D-printed shoes for women have been gaining popularity quite a bit over the last few months.
Designed by student Ross Barber as part of the Graduate Expo of the London College of Fashion, the soles in the A Wrong Mongrel collection were crafted out of nylon. Due to the cost of the materials and production, the footwear will remain in its prototype stage for now.
Coral-Like Shoe Soles
The A Wrong Mongrel Collection by Ross Barber is Comprised of Wearable Art
Trend Themes
1. 3d-printed Shoe Soles - The integration of 3D-printed soles in footwear offers a disruptive innovation opportunity to enhance design and functionality.
2. Textured Designs - The use of textured designs on shoe soles presents a disruptive innovation opportunity to create unique and visually appealing footwear.
3. Cost-effective Prototypes - The development of cost-effective prototypes for footwear production opens up disruptive innovation opportunities in the manufacturing process.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion - The fashion industry can leverage the trend of 3D-printed shoe soles to create innovative and stylish footwear designs.
2. 3D Printing - The 3D printing industry can explore the potential of incorporating textured designs into their printing capabilities to cater to the footwear market.
3. Manufacturing - The manufacturing industry can benefit from the use of cost-effective prototyping methods in footwear production, reducing time and costs.