The 'Bas' shoe has been designed by Yvonne Hung as a footwear solution that doesn't require extensive tying or effort to be worn. The 'Bistable Automatic Shoe' as it's known was created by the Royal College of Art student as part of her thesis project after an accident left her arm and hand in a cast for several weeks, subsequently diminishing her mobility. This helped Hung to create the shoe seen here with textile-based actuators that secure the foot in place when the wearer simply steps on the front and rear sections without the need for any physical interaction from the hands.
The 'Bas' shoe boasts a futuristic design aesthetic that will securely hold the foot in place during wear to help wearers maintain a sense of independence.
Automatic Self-Closing Shoes
The 'Bas' Shoe by Yvonne Hung Closes Upon Entry of the Foot
Trend Themes
1. Automatic Self-closing Shoes - The 'Bas' Shoe by Yvonne Hung closes upon entry of the foot, providing a convenient and hands-free footwear solution.
2. Textile-based Actuators - Yvonne Hung's 'Bas' shoe utilizes textile-based actuators to secure the foot in place, showcasing the potential of smart textiles in footwear.
3. Futuristic Design Aesthetic - The 'Bas' shoe features a futuristic design that not only provides functionality but also adds a stylish element to footwear design.
Industry Implications
1. Footwear - The 'Bas' shoe introduces a disruptive innovation by automating the shoe closure process, offering new possibilities for the footwear industry.
2. Smart Textiles - Yvonne Hung's use of textile-based actuators in the 'Bas' shoe presents new opportunities for the smart textiles industry, merging technology with fashion.
3. Fashion Design - The futuristic design of the 'Bas' shoe combines fashion and function, opening avenues for innovative design in the fashion industry.