Category
Fashion
Scaled Restraint
Trend cluster
Category
Printed
Shoe
Footwear industries adopt 3D-printing production processes.
4.8
Trend score
Trend
What is the Printed Shoe trend?
Printed Shoe: The tangible benefits of 3D-printing has led to the footwear industry adopting this production process. This shift offers a two-way benefit – for brands, it allows them to streamline production and positions them as innovative in their field, while for consumers it provides them with items that are suited to their exact needs – enhancing quality even further by adding an element of personalization.
Trend themes
Themes within the Printed Shoe trend
Three behaviours holding the trend together01
3D Printing
The use of 3D printing in footwear manufacturing allows for increased personalization and improved design.
02
Customization
The ability to create custom-fit shoes allows for increased comfort and a unique consumer experience.
03
Eco-friendly Manufacturing
The use of 3D printing creates less waste and reduces the environmental impact of footwear manufacturing.
Industry implications
What the Printed Shoe trend means for industry
Where the trend changes the playbookFor
Fashion
The fashion industry can embrace 3D printing technology to create unique and customized products.
For
Sportswear
The sportswear industry can use 3D printing to create high-performance shoes that are tailored to specific athletes or sports.
For
Medical
The medical industry can use 3D printing to create custom-fit shoes that accommodate specific foot conditions and improve comfort for patients.
Workshop question
How can your brand add an element of personalization to its products/services?
Trend signals
Trend signals for Printed Shoe
Trend score 4.8 out of 10, from popularity 67%, activity 69%, freshness 8%.
Popularity67%
Activity69%
Freshness8%
Audience
50%Men
50%Women
- Gen Alpha
- Gen Z
- Millennial
- Gen X
- Boomer
Market
North America
Europe
Asia-Pacific
Evidence
Examples of the Printed Shoe trend
8 featured examples from Nov 25, 2015 to Sep 2, 2017CategoryFashion
Printed Basketball Sneakers
PEAK's Basketball Sport Sneakers Were Made with Additive Manufacturing
Sportswear companies can utilize 3D printing technology to create innovative and performance-enhancing footwear.
CategoryFashion
Minimalist 3D-Printed Sneakers
These Printed Shoes are Part of Adidas' Futurecraft Technology
The fashion industry has an opportunity for disruptive innovation through the integration of technology and minimalist design.
CategoryFashion
3D-Printed Running Shoes
The Zante Generate from New Balance is Made from 3D-Printed Materials
The sportswear industry can leverage 3D printing technology to create customizable, high-performance athletic footwear.
CategoryFashion
Knitted 3D-Printed Sneakers
This New Balance Collaboration with Concepts is Sleek and Comfortable
Disruptive innovation opportunity to transform traditional manufacturing processes and create high-performance, customized sneakers.
CategoryFashion
Custom-Fit Printed Sandals
OLT Footcare is Launching 3D-Printed Shoes for Optimal Fit and Comfort
Disruptive opportunity in the footwear manufacturing industry by incorporating 3D printing technology to produce custom-fit printed sandals, catering to individual needs and prefe…
CategoryFashion
Customized 3D-Printed Shoes
Feetz Shoes Uses and App 3D Printing to Make Custom Shoes
The fashion industry can benefit from the use of 3D printing and mobile apps to offer customized clothing and accessories.
CategoryArt & Design
3D-Printed Footwear Tours
'Feetz on the Streetz' is Sharing Printed Footwear on a Pop-Up Shop Tour
Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporate 3D printing technology into the production process to offer custom-fit and sustainable shoes.
CategoryFashion
3D-Printed Sneakers
New Balance's 3D-Printed Sneakers Add More Cushioning To Your Step
The introduction of 3D-printed sneaker technology presents innovative opportunities to streamline manufacturing processes and improve product customization.
