Studio HAGEL works in collaboration with ASICS on a new footwear model in the form of the ASICS NEOCURVE. This is a unique result rooted in sustainability and transparency. The silhouette is crafted from grinded-up footwear with headstock materials and defective shoes.
This brings forth the circular design element as the brand also taps Fast Feet Grinded, a Dutch shoe recycling company to help in the manufacturing process. The result is a low-profile silhouette resting on top of a curved sole unit at the base which is informed with a bounce to it. The sleek aesthetic is finished with a technical and futuristic look with metallic details on the tongue and logo to round it all out.
Image Credit: ASICS
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Sustainable Shoe Recycling
- The use of grinded-up footwear and headstock materials in new shoes highlights a shift towards eco-friendly production practices.
- Circular Design Innovations
- Circular design incorporating recycled materials is gaining traction, promoting long-term sustainability in fashion manufacturing.
- Futuristic Footwear Aesthetics
- The integration of metallic details and unique silhouettes points to a rising trend in futuristic and technical shoe designs.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Footwear Manufacturing
- Innovations in recycling defective shoes are transforming traditional footwear production processes.
- Recycled Material Processing
- Growth in the use of headstock and defective shoes as raw materials is driving advancements in sustainable material processing.
- Fashion and Apparel
- The trend towards sleek, technical aesthetics in sustainable products is impacting design standards in the broader fashion industry.
