'Pungas' are fun 3D-printed sneaker accessories that help to add a touch of personalization to your shoes.
Back in 2011, the creative team behind Pungas founded HICKIES, a unique elastic lacing system. But now, inspired by 3D-printing technology Gaston Frydlewski and Mariquel Waingarten thought up a new way to make your kicks even more your own.
The duo collaborated with 3D-printer Shapeways and invited five international artists and designers to create unique accessories, some of which include little devil horns, monogram cufflinks (for your shoes), bowties and other fun shapes. Pungas are traditionally produced, but with the help of its recent, successful Kickstarter campaign, Pungas will be able to be manufactured through Shapeways much more rapidly. With endless possibilities, these sneaker accessories are most likely just the beginning of what's to come from HICKIES.
What's Driving This Trend
- Personalized Accessories
- Using 3D-printing technology to create personalized accessories for sneakers.
- Collaborative Design
- Inviting international artists and designers to create unique accessories for sneakers.
- Crowdfunding Success
- Crowdfunding campaigns to manufacture personalized accessories for sneakers more rapidly.
Who This Affects Most
- 3D Printing
- Opportunities for 3D-printing companies to provide manufacturing services for personalized sneaker accessories.
- Fashion
- Integrating personalized accessories into the fashion industry by offering a unique touch to the footwear.
- Crowdfunding
- Providing a new opportunity to create personalized sneaker accessories with the help of crowdfunding campaigns.
