# Hand-Crafted 24-Hour Work Shoes The FLEX 2 Work Shoes Combine Class with the Comfort of Sneakers By Josh Thompson-Persaud | Published 2021-05-12 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flex-2 References: [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/tefors/flex-20-the-business-shoe-that-feels-like-a-sneaker?ref=user_menu) The FLEX 2 24-hour work shoes from Tefors are a comfort-focused revamp of the classic Oxford shoe. The shoes combine the comfort of athletic sneakers with the class of dapper dress shoes for a pair of wear-all-day shoes that perform in every circumstance. The FLEX 2 shoes feature an elegant Italian leather exterior, an anti-bacterial insole, a cork outsole made with recycled materials, and full coverage cushioning. The lacing in the front conceals the slip-on construction that makes the shoes eminently accessible. The FLEX 2 work shoes select 12 styles ranging from conservative black dress-style shoes to forest green suede-lined shoes. Included in this selection are three styles of [Chelsea](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luca-chelsea-sneaker-boot) boots for consumers that require a more protective footwear option. The FLEX 2 shoes are offered through Tefors' [Kickstarter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/waterproof-knit-shoes) campaign, which is open until May 29th, 2021. Image Credit: Tefors ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.1/10 - Popularity: 68% | Activity: 14% | Freshness: 10% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Comfortable Work Shoes:** The trend of comfortable work shoes is disrupting the traditional work shoe industry by introducing athletic sneaker features and full coverage cushioning for all-day wear. - **Sustainable and Eco-friendly Materials:** The trend of using recycled materials like cork outsoles is disrupting the footwear industry by promoting sustainability and environmental responsibility. - **Direct-to-consumer Sales Model:** The trend of using crowdfunding platforms like Kickstarter to sell products directly to consumers is disrupting the traditional retail industry. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Footwear Industry:** The footwear industry has the opportunity to embrace innovation by adopting the trend of comfortable and sustainable work shoes for consumers seeking all-day comfort and eco-friendliness. - **Fashion Industry:** The fashion industry has an opportunity to embrace the trend of work shoes with a combination of class and comfort as a modern and versatile footwear option. - **E-commerce Industry:** The e-commerce industry can take advantage of the trend of using crowdfunding platforms to sell products directly to consumers by offering a space for innovative products to be showcased and funded by interested consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Modern Sophisticated Footwear Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flex-oxford-collection.md) - [Adaptable Italian Loafer Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/astorflex-dockflex-loafers.md) - [Comfort-Focused Work Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/timberland-pro-1.md) - [Comfort-Centric Ultra-Stylish Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultrastylish-footwear.md) - [Relaxed Hybrid Design Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luca-chelsea-sneaker-boot.md) - [Advanced Shock-Absorbing Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/infinity-system-collection.md) - [Functional Everyday Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selection-of-versatile-shoes.md) - [Comfortable Healthcare Worker Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/footwear-for-healthcare-professionals.md) - [Breathable Mesh Technical Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/edge-flex.md)