Matthew Blunt's EXPLR 02 are a pair of 3D-printed runners that will, without a doubt, immediately capture the attention of individuals because of their slick and intricate design.
For the silhouette of the EXPLR 02, Matthew Blunt combined the aesthetic of organic shapes with the uniform appeal of a geometric grid. This resulted in something quite unique and aesthetically pleasing. The 3D-printed runners also have some degree of performance-driven design to them, as well, with the grid shaping the outer body providing breathability and flexibility while the lower half of the show boasts a "pillow-like air gap between the outsole and the inner sole."
While the 3D-runners are not for sale on the market, Matthew Blunt used the EXPLR 02 as an exploration of contemporary technology.
Image Credit: Matthew Blunt
Why This Trend Is Growing
- 3d-printed Runners
- Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the athletic footwear industry through the use of 3D-printing technology.
- Aesthetic Design
- Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the fashion industry by combining organic and geometric shapes in visually stunning designs.
- Performance-driven Design
- Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the athletic footwear industry by integrating performance-enhancing features such as breathability and flexibility.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Athletic Footwear
- Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the athletic footwear industry through the creation of visually appealing and performance-driven 3D-printed runners.
- Fashion
- Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the fashion industry through the use of unique and aesthetically pleasing designs in 3D-printed footwear.
- 3D Printing Technology
- Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the 3D printing technology industry by exploring new applications in the creation of intricately designed and functional footwear.
