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Further Details Title: Future Now Condition: New Description: New modes of making and innovations in materials are inspiring shoe designers to challenge what shoes can look and feel like. This book explores today s most futuristic footwear designs, from the use of new technologies such as 3-D printing and smart technology to the invention of sustainable materials, including leather made from mushrooms and soles made from reclaimed ocean plastics. It also examines footwear design in the virtual world where adherence to things like comfort and gravity are no longer part of the equation. The importance of sneakers in games such as Grand Theft Auto and Fortnite are explored as is the new enthusiasm for collectable non-fungible token (NFT) sneakers that are being acquired for tens of thousands of dollars for a single pair. In-depth interviews with of-the-moment designers, including Iris van Herpen, the team at RTFKT, Steven Smith, Eric Avar, Alexander Taylor, and more, all conducted by the author, dive deep into the creative process, influences, and the future of shoe design. The introduction offers an overview of great footwear innovations from the past that have kept us a step ahead. Author: Elizabeth Semmelhack EAN: 9780847871223 ISBN: 9780847871223 Format: Hardback Country/Region of Manufacture: US Subtitle: Virtual Sneakers to Cutting-Edge Kicks Publisher: Rizzoli International Publications Release Date: 06/14/2022 Language: English Item Height: 267mm Item Length: 229mm Genre: Fashion & Design Release Year: 2022 Missing Information? Please contact us if any details are missing and where possible we will add the information to our listing.
Corey Jackson
This book is a must-have for sneakerheads and design lovers! It dives deep into the wild world of futuristic footwear, from 3D-printed kicks to eco-friendly materials like mushroom leather. The visuals are stunning, and the content is fresh—whether you're into real-world innovation or virtual fashion. A fascinating look at how shoes are evolving!