# Vending Machine Flats Afterheels from Michael Stead Prevent Late Night Foot Pain By Michael Hines | Published 2010-10-22 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/afterheels-from-michael-stead References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/biodradeable-shoes-vending-machine/16671/) & [afterheels](http://www.afterheels.com/) I can't think of a woman who wouldn't love Afterheels from Michael Stead. Michael Stead is a British inventor who came up with the idea for the cheap and biodegradable flats known as 'Afterheels.' Afterheels from Michael Stead come from [vending machine](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/commbi) and are designed to be worn by women who still want to stay out on the town, but can't stand [wearing their heels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heel-try-on) anymore. The heels come in a [variety of color options](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/swapz-modular-slippers) and are completely biodegradable! Read below to find out more about Michael Stead's Afterheels and be sure to check out the gallery above. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.4/10 - Popularity: 80% | Activity: 73% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/shoes) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Vending Machine Flats:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Expand the vending machine concept to include a wider range of footwear, such as sneakers and sandals. - **Biodegradable Materials:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop other eco-friendly products, such as bags and clothing, using biodegradable materials that are affordable and stylish. - **Late Night Convenience:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create other products designed for late-night convenience, such as portable flats that can be easily carried in a purse or small bag. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Footwear:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporate biodegradable materials into other types of footwear, such as athletic shoes. - **Retail:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Offer other types of products, such as snacks or drinks, in vending machines to increase convenience for customers. - **Sustainability:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop other sustainable products and concepts, such as eco-friendly packaging or zero-waste grocery stores. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Comfortable Hybrid Heels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sneex.md) - [CBD-Infused Foot Pads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/high-heels-foot-pads.md) - [Comfortable Stylish Heel Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inez.md) - [Varied Stylish Supportive Pumps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stessy.md) - [Chic Shoe Care Appliances](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shoe-styler.md) - [Comfortable High-Heeled Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/highheeled-sneaker.md) - [Pool Slide Heeled Sandals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flipped-flop.md) - [Innovative Foot Care Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barefoot-scientist.md) - [Comfort-Forward Heel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vicki-collection.md)