The Liz Ciokajlo Natural Selection Collection is Made Out of Eco Material
Meghan Young — August 5, 2013 — Eco
References: showtime.arts.ac.uk & psfk
At first people might assume that the Liz Ciokajlo Natural Selection collection has something to do with Charles Darwin's theory of the same name. In a way, it can be certainly argued that it does, but in reality it is a line of footwear made out of natural fibre materials. As far as sustainable fast fashion goes, the Liz Ciokajlo Natural Selection collection has it down pat in a chic and stylish way.
The Liz Ciokajlo Natural Selection collection was born after researching the use of 3D printing in other industries and how there was a sore lack of natural materials used in the process. Interestingly, the resulting shoe designs boast hollow heels for reduced weight and increased airflow.
The Liz Ciokajlo Natural Selection collection was born after researching the use of 3D printing in other industries and how there was a sore lack of natural materials used in the process. Interestingly, the resulting shoe designs boast hollow heels for reduced weight and increased airflow.
Trend Themes
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Sustainable Footwear — The trend towards footwear made out of eco materials for sustainable fashion presents an opportunity for disruptive innovation in material science and circular design.
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3D Printed Footwear — The trend of using 3D printing in footwear design and manufacturing presents an opportunity for disruptive innovation in material innovation and custom-fit footwear creation.
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Hollow Heel Design — The trend towards footwear with hollow heels presents an opportunity for disruptive innovation in comfortable footwear design and reducing environmental impact by using less material.
Industry Implications
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Fashion Industry — The fashion industry can take advantage of the trend towards sustainable materials and 3D printing to create eco-friendly and custom-fit footwear that meets demand for sustainable fashion.
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Material Science Industry — The material science industry can take advantage of the trend towards eco-friendly materials in footwear to innovate new and more sustainable materials for use in not just footwear but other industries as well.
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Manufacturing Industry — The manufacturing industry can take advantage of trends towards custom-fit footwear to innovate and develop new manufacturing processes and technology to make personalized footwear production more efficient and affordable.
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