Sustainable sneaker start-up Psudo is disrupting the sneaker market with plans to manufacture shoes on-demand and with innovative materials. Thanks to REPREVE yarn made from recycled water bottles, Psudo’s slip-on sneakers boast printed laces and eye-catching designs made possible with 3D sublimation printing.
The sneaker start-up focused on ethical, small-batch and on-demand production recently closed a $3M seed financing round and this investment will help to support the future of its vision for sustainable footwear. By 2023, Psudo intends to create the world's most environmentally friendly sneaker and alleviate the immense amount of pressure that's put on the world's waste management systems.
Simplified sneaker manufacturing is married with sustainability, comfort and style by Psudo for a fresh take on footwear of the future.
Why This Trend Is Growing
- On-demand Manufacturing
- Psudo's plan to manufacture shoes on-demand disrupts traditional manufacturing and creates a more sustainable and ethical process for producing sneakers.
- Innovative Materials
- By using REPREVE yarn made from recycled water bottles, Psudo is disrupting the sneaker market and setting a standard for sustainable materials in footwear.
- 3D Printing
- Psudo's use of 3D sublimation printing to create eye-catching designs disrupts traditional sneaker design and offers a unique customization opportunity for consumers.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Footwear Manufacturing
- Psudo's sustainable and on-demand manufacturing process provides an opportunity for other companies in the footwear manufacturing industry to adopt more ethical and environmentally friendly practices.
- Textile Industry
- The use of innovative materials, such as REPREVE yarn, could disrupt the textile industry and encourage the adoption of more sustainable and eco-friendly materials in other industries.
- 3D Printing Industry
- Psudo's use of 3D sublimation printing in their manufacturing process offers opportunities for innovation and growth within the 3D printing industry, particularly in the realm of customization options for consumers.
