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100 Gifts for Shoe Lovers

From Croc-Inspired Heels to Floral Running Shoes

— December 15, 2018 — Fashion
You can never go wrong with the gift of shoes, and this list of shoe gift ideas is sure to offer plenty of inspiration that's reflective of a diverse range of personal style.

Lovers of luxury are sure to be drawn to Gucci's red velvet logo loafers, which have been adorned with crystals on the heels, adding timeless appeal. On a similarly luxurious note, those looking for something high-end and unique would appreciate Balenciaga's new rubbery stilettos, which blends high-end fashion with day-to-day wear.

Those who value comfort over everything would be impressed with one of the many footwear options released this past year. This list demonstrates numerous examples of shoes that blend comfort and practicality, like Converse's plaid high-tops, Vans' floral pack collection and Marni's Big Foot sneaker, which was inspired by 80s fashions.
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Urban-Informed Running Sneakers
Urban-Informed Running Sneakers
Saucony and HANON Drops a Collaborative New Freedom ISO Shoe
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98
Hand-Dyed Suede Sneakers
Hand-Dyed Suede Sneakers
Needles Revives the Ghillie Sneakers for the Fall/Winter 2018 Season
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97
Laceless Sock-Like Sneakers
Laceless Sock-Like Sneakers
Poggy Celebrates PUMA Suede's 50th Anniversary with a New Sneaker
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96
Global Artist-Designed Shoes
Global Artist-Designed Shoes
Aldo Draws in Global Street Artists for a New Shoe Collection
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95
Pull-Cord Enclosure Sneakers
Pull-Cord Enclosure Sneakers
Hender Scheme and adidas Originals Worked on a New ZX 500 Iteration
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94
Video-Accompanied Shoe Releases
Video-Accompanied Shoe Releases
adidas Launches a Skateboarding Video to Market Its 3ST.003 Model
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93
Retro Perforated Sneakers
Retro Perforated Sneakers
Reebok's '3D OP.38' Sneakers Give Its Classic a Modern Makeover
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92
Reflective Laceless Sneakers
Reflective Laceless Sneakers
(multee)project's Reconstructed Pleasure Capsule Rework Vans' Slip-On
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91
Achromatic Monogram Sneakers
Achromatic Monogram Sneakers
COMME des GARCONS and Vans Authentic Dropped a New Pair of Sneakers
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90
Shock-Absorbing GEL Sneakers
Shock-Absorbing GEL Sneakers
Harmony and ASICS Introduces the Comfortable GEL-Venture Sneakers
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89
Skull-Adorning Tracksuits
Skull-Adorning Tracksuits
mastermind Japan Drops a Tracksuit Along with Its Old Skool V36 Shoe
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88
Fall-Ready Plaid High-Tops
Fall-Ready Plaid High-Tops
Converse’s Plaid High-Tops are Perfect for the Season
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87
Shoe-Deodorizing Devices
Shoe-Deodorizing Devices
The Panasonic MS-DS100 Eliminates Footwear Odor with Nano Water Particles
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86
Pastel-Toned Slip-On Shoes
Pastel-Toned Slip-On Shoes
adidas' Classic Slip-On Shoe Arrives in Two Pastel Hues
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85
Spice-Inspired Soft Sneakers
Spice-Inspired Soft Sneakers
24 Kilates and SONRA Work Together on The Bright Proto Sneakers
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84
Crossbones-Motif Sneakers
Crossbones-Motif Sneakers
Nike Introduces the Zoom Fly SP Sneakers Done with Jun Takahashi
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83
Splashy Slip-On Kicks
Splashy Slip-On Kicks
These Vibrant Sneakers are Inspired By the 'Subway Surfers' Mobile Game
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82
Wrinkled Leather Sneakers
Wrinkled Leather Sneakers
The Shoe Surgeon Gave the PUMA Thunder Spectrum Two New Makeovers
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81
Sky-Inspired Suede Sneakers
Sky-Inspired Suede Sneakers
END. and adidas Originals Introduced the Yung-1 Atmosphere Shoe
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80
Predictive Sneaker Insoles
Predictive Sneaker Insoles
The SurroSense Rx System Helps to Prevent Diabetic Foot Wounds
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79
Ribbon-Accented Footwear Designs
Ribbon-Accented Footwear Designs
Converse Launched the All Star Ribbon and It is Adorable
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78
Durable Street Footwear Silhouettes
Durable Street Footwear Silhouettes
adidas Skateboarding's Campus ADV is Sleek & Comfortable
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77
Co-Branded Monochromatic Shoes
Co-Branded Monochromatic Shoes
mastermind JAPAN and Vans Dropped a New Iteration of the V360G
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76
Retro-Inspired Luxe Chunky Shoes
Retro-Inspired Luxe Chunky Shoes
Alexander McQueen Introduced Oversized Runners for the Season
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75
Retro Foam-Cushioned Running Shoes
Retro Foam-Cushioned Running Shoes
Nike Dropped Its Moon Racer in Two New Colorway Options
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74
Leopard-Themed Running Shoes
Leopard-Themed Running Shoes
The Latest Air Vapormax 2.0 Sneakers Come in Leopard Print
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73
Skeletal-Inspired Sneakers
Skeletal-Inspired Sneakers
The Air Force 1 QS Skeleton Sneakers Are Halloween-Themed
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72
Airy Knit-Constructed Sneakers
Airy Knit-Constructed Sneakers
Nike's New Air Max 270 Flyknit Sneakers Get a Multi-Tonal Makeover
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71
Re-Invented Monochromatic Sneakers
Re-Invented Monochromatic Sneakers
Nike's Air Force 1 Jester Was Re-released for Minimalists
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70
Weather-Combating Suede Boots
Weather-Combating Suede Boots
The GORE-TEX Wallabee Winterizes a Timeless Clarks Shoe
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69
Collaborative Cozy Fall Collections
Collaborative Cozy Fall Collections
adidas Skateboarding and Alltimers Announce Their Third Collab
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68
Colorful Designer Footwear Collaborations
Colorful Designer Footwear Collaborations
adidas Originals & Raf Simons Boasts a Chromatic Range
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67
Re-Interpreted Smooth Leather Shoes
Re-Interpreted Smooth Leather Shoes
UNITED ARROWS & SONS and Dr. Martens Drop the new 1461 Shoe
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66
Metallic Silver Leather Footwear
Metallic Silver Leather Footwear
Highsnobiety Works With Guidi and Anchoret on Special Footwear
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65
Red Velvet Logo Loafers
Red Velvet Logo Loafers
Gucci's Latest Loafer is Covered in Crystals
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64
Flexible Reflective Running Shoes
Flexible Reflective Running Shoes
The New Adidas Ultra Boost DNA Have a Highly Dynamic Upper
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63
Peel-and-Stick Deodorant Patches
Peel-and-Stick Deodorant Patches
Probelle's Shoe Deodorant Patch is a Spray or Powder Alternative
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62
Floral Slip-On Skate Shoes
Floral Slip-On Skate Shoes
Vans' Floral Pack Was Made in Collaboration with 'Size?'
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61
Semi-Transparent Running Shoes
Semi-Transparent Running Shoes
The Nike Zoom Fly SP Sneakers Receive a Varsity Red Makeover
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60
Eco Sugar Cane Flip-flops
Eco Sugar Cane Flip-flops
Allbirds are Releasing a Stylish Eco Flip-Flop called 'Sugar Zeffers'
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59
Heel Stabilizing Sneakers
Heel Stabilizing Sneakers
adidas Original Launches Two New Colorways of the Prophere Sneakers
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58
Eclectic Toe-Separating Boots
Eclectic Toe-Separating Boots
Abasi Rosborough Introduces Two Tonal Options for the Apollo Tabi
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57
Gingham-Printed Canvas Shoes
Gingham-Printed Canvas Shoes
HUMAN MADE and SEVEN Collaborated on a Pack of Deck Shoes
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56
Repairable Slip-on Sneakers
Repairable Slip-on Sneakers
The 'Layer' Shoe by Evan Stuart Fights Against Unnecessary Waste
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55
Glove-Like Expedition Shoes
Glove-Like Expedition Shoes
The Helly Hansen Vanir Canter HT Offers Rugged, Contoured Support
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54
Adorned Rubbery Stilettos
Adorned Rubbery Stilettos
These Pink Balenciaga Heels Take Inspiration from Crocs
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53
Durable Celebratory Skateboarding Footwear
Durable Celebratory Skateboarding Footwear
adidas' 'Aloha Super' Pays Tribute to Mark Gonzales
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52
Luxe Platform Slip-Ons
Luxe Platform Slip-Ons
Gucci's Logo Platform Espadrilles are Chic and Simple
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51
80s-Inspired Fabric Sneakers
80s-Inspired Fabric Sneakers
Marni's Big Foot Sneaker Re-Imagines a Classic 80s Running Shoe
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50
Tonal Archival Chunky Shoes
Tonal Archival Chunky Shoes
The FILA 94 Sneakers Received Two New Tonal Makeovers
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49
Casual Comfort Heels
Casual Comfort Heels
The Crocs Cyprus V Heel Reinvents a Familiar Style with a Comfort Focus
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48
Cozy Wool Streetwear Partnerships
Cozy Wool Streetwear Partnerships
BAPE and UGG Join on a Series of Soft Shearling Goods
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47
Revamped Retro Paneling Sneakers
Revamped Retro Paneling Sneakers
adidas Originals Unveils the New Falcon Dorf Runner Sneakers
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46
Spaceship-Inspired Sneakers
Spaceship-Inspired Sneakers
Mercer Amsterdam Unveils a NASA Sneaker Inspired by Apollo 11
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45
Separated Midsole Sneakers
Separated Midsole Sneakers
Footpatrol and Givenchy Join To Create the JAW Sneaker Model
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44
Keyboard-Inspired Sneakers
Keyboard-Inspired Sneakers
Acne Studios Drops the Jimmy Label Vintage Running Shoes
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43
Chunky Chain Sneaker Silhouettes
Chunky Chain Sneaker Silhouettes
The COMME des GARÇONS x Nike Collab is Bold & Attention-Grabbing
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42
Greyscale Sports Collections
Greyscale Sports Collections
adidas and Numbers Edition's Skateboarding Apparel is Sleek & Low-Key
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41
Retro Reproduction Military Sneakers
Retro Reproduction Military Sneakers
The Reproduction of Found Military Trainer Sneakers are Hip
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40
Pedometer-Integrated Sneakers
Pedometer-Integrated Sneakers
TRAQ by Alegria Uses a Built-In Chip to Keep Track of Steps Taken
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39
Mismatched Casual Shoes
Mismatched Casual Shoes
Vans Vault and Engineer Garments Recreate The Classic Slip-On LX Sneakers
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38
Luxe Scratch-Off Sneakers
Luxe Scratch-Off Sneakers
The Nike SB x Premier Sneaker Takes Cues from Lottery Tickets
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37
Comfortable Woolen Sport Shoes
Comfortable Woolen Sport Shoes
The Giesswein Wool Cross X Sneakers are Lightweight and Organic
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36
Sleek Automotive Footwear
Sleek Automotive Footwear
Berluti and Ferrari Co-Created a Limited-Edition Shoe Collection
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35
Luxurious Baseball-Inspired Slippers
Luxurious Baseball-Inspired Slippers
The New Gucci Slippers Boast the New York Yankees Logo
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34
Performance-Driven Cloud Sneakers
Performance-Driven Cloud Sneakers
The Cloudace Running Shoe Prioritizes Comfort and Support
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33
Highly Anticipated Anime Shoes
Highly Anticipated Anime Shoes
adidas' Second Dragon Ball Z Drop Features Characters Gohan & Cell
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32
Anti-Hero Themed Apparel
Anti-Hero Themed Apparel
BAIT and PUMA Join Marvel on a Cell Venom Shoe and Jacket
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31
Adaptable Four-in-One Sneakers
Adaptable Four-in-One Sneakers
Nextllen's Versatile Sneakers are Ideal for a Number of Occasions
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30
Sustainable Sugarcane Shoe Soles
Sustainable Sugarcane Shoe Soles
Allbirds' SweetForm Use Sugarcane to Make Eco-Friendly Soles
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29
Collaborative Gradient Sneakers
Collaborative Gradient Sneakers
Virgil Abloh and Nike Re-Designed the Blazer silhouette
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28
Premium Luxe Men's Accessories
Premium Luxe Men's Accessories
Mr P. Launches Footwear & Accessories with Its September Collection
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27
Slogan-Centric Skate Shoes
Slogan-Centric Skate Shoes
Nike Introduced the New Janoski 'Wake Up Go Skate' Shoes with FLY
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26
Elegant Holographic Sneaker Releases
Elegant Holographic Sneaker Releases
Nike's Holographic Pre Love O.X Sneakers are Stylish and Bold
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25
Sophisticated Retro Loafers
Sophisticated Retro Loafers
College Debuts Its Iconic Antick Silhouette in a 70s-inspired Style
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24
Chinese Warrior-Inspired Sneakers
Chinese Warrior-Inspired Sneakers
CLOT Dropped an Air Jordan 13 Influenced by Terracotta Warriors
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23
Long-Distance Running Shoes
Long-Distance Running Shoes
Brandblack Introduces the Lightweight Kite Racer Sneakers
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22
Elegant Female Sneaker Designs
Elegant Female Sneaker Designs
PUMA's Evolution Muse Maia Street 1 is Chic, Modern & Minimalist
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21
Potato Chip-Branded Sneakers
Potato Chip-Branded Sneakers
Ruffles & Designer Dominic Chambrone Made a Limited-Edition Sneaker
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20
Recreated Vegan Leather Sneakers
Recreated Vegan Leather Sneakers
Stella McCartney and adidas Reinvented the Stan Smith Sneaker
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19
Winter-Proof Classic Shoes
Winter-Proof Classic Shoes
The Chuck Taylor MC18 Reinvents the Iconic Shoe
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18
Track-Themed Streetwear Runways
Track-Themed Streetwear Runways
The OFF-WHITE Spring/Summer 2019 Line Debuted in Paris
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17
3D-Printed Ballet Slippers
3D-Printed Ballet Slippers
'P-rouette' Features a Pain-Reducing Design for Dancers
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16
Ultra-Chunky Waterproof Sneakers
Ultra-Chunky Waterproof Sneakers
Engineered Garments and HOKA ONE ONE Dropped the Tor Ultra Low
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15
Open Source Footwear Collaborations
Open Source Footwear Collaborations
adidas Updates Its 3ST to Meet Higher Performance Standards
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14
Collaboration Weekend Warrior Shoes
Collaboration Weekend Warrior Shoes
The Clarks X Land Rover Shoe Collection is Made for Adventures
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13
Elegant Floral Footwear Designs
Elegant Floral Footwear Designs
The Keds x Rifle Paper Co. Silhouettes are Playful and Delicate
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90s-Inspired Multicolored Chunky Shoes
90s-Inspired Multicolored Chunky Shoes
adidas Gives the Falcon Sneakers a Multi-Tonal Makeover
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11
International Soda-Branded Sneakers
International Soda-Branded Sneakers
The Kith x Coca-Cola Converse Shoe Collection is Hip
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10
Cozy Woolen Collaboration Sneakers
Cozy Woolen Collaboration Sneakers
The Nike x Pendleton Shoes are Covered in Iconic Fabric
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9
Kevlar-Infused Hiking Shoes
Kevlar-Infused Hiking Shoes
The Naglev Unico Kevlar Hiker is Lightweight, Protective and Comfy
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8
Sustainable Corn-Based Sneakers
Sustainable Corn-Based Sneakers
The Reebok Future Team Launches the NPC UK Cotton Sneakers
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7
21st Century Shoe Designs
21st Century Shoe Designs
The OB/VS ADPT is Designed for Any and All Seasons
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6
Shoe-Centric Replica Luggage
Shoe-Centric Replica Luggage
Xiaomi Introduced the Familiar Seven Bar Transparent Suitcase
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5
Footwear-Freshening Washing Machines
Footwear-Freshening Washing Machines
The '3 Space' Washing Machine Has a Built-in Shoe Drawer
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4
Authenticated Sneaker Tags
Authenticated Sneaker Tags
The 'Legit Tag' Protects Consumers from Counterfeit Products
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3
Luxe 3D-Printed Shoes
Luxe 3D-Printed Shoes
The Mycelium Shoe is Custom-Fitted and Features a Unique Design
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2
Futuristic Digitally Designed Shoes
Futuristic Digitally Designed Shoes
The '3D Surprise' Shoe was Conceptualized in 3D CAD Software
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1
Modern Modular Sneaker Designs
Modern Modular Sneaker Designs
The 'F1' Sneaker Lets Wearers Pick and Choose Design Elements
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