Sustainability-centric footwear brand ILYSM introduces the new Metal Tabi shoes for the season. The New York City-based brand draws inspiration from 15th century Japan, specifically from the traditional Japanese socks. It designs the new footwear with a contemporary touch, offering an all-black colorway.
It is lined with Tencel throughout the upper that is made using renewable wood pump. The insole is made from renewable cork, which sits on top of two layers of recycled foam materials to offer comfort around the foot. The sustainable consciousness continues as the shoes are entirely machine washable. The brand emphasizes sustainable manufacturing through the process and continues to push the lesson of conscious consumerism, proving that it is possible to create with minimal worldly impacts.
Split-Toe Sock-Like Shoes
ILYSM Introduces the Metal Tabi Inspired by 15th Century Japanese Socks
Trend Themes
1. Sustainable Footwear - The trend of producing eco-friendly footwear, by using innovative materials, will continue to grow, providing opportunities for disruptive innovation
2. Heritage-inspired Fashion - The trend of fusing modern design with heritage-inspired fashion, like the Tabi shoes, offers opportunities for reinvention and modernization
3. Machine Washable Shoes - The trend of creating machine washable shoes for easy maintenance offers opportunities for improving footwear durability while making it easy for consumers to care for their products
Industry Implications
1. Footwear Industry - The footwear industry will continue to see disruption in terms of materials used, design, and sustainable manufacturing techniques
2. Fashion Industry - The fashion industry will continue to see the trend of heritage-inspired fashion, with innovative materials and manufacturing techniques
3. Eco-friendly Industry - The eco-friendly industry will continue to grow, providing innovative materials and techniques for sustainable manufacturing of fashion and footwear products