Footwear Studios

We launched a tool for our community (and us ;)) - Go check out ColoRide by Footwear Studios 👇 With ColoRide, you can easily generate and apply colors to your SVG Footwear Designs! ColoRide is tailored for footwear designers and allows you to create stunning Color CADs with just a click of the space bar, or by manually selecting colors for a more customized approach. Key Features 1. Auto-Generate Colors with Space Bar Simply click the space bar to automatically generate and apply new colors to your SVG shoe design. Perfect for those looking for quick inspiration or trying out different color combinations. 2. Multi-View Uploads & Downloads Upload multiple views of your shoe design to see how different colors work from every angle. Download the completed views of your colored footwear for easy sharing or further design work. 3. Manual Color Intervention Options: i) Lock Colors You Love: Found the perfect color? Lock it in, and when you generate new colors, only the other colors will change. ii) Cursor Color Selection: Take control by manually selecting colors from a palette. Once selected, ColoRide will match complementary or theory-based colors to ensure a cohesive design in future color rotations.

The perfect shoe for #barefoot veterans and novices? 🤔 You just need one look to understand that the Kjavik GmbH #One is a great choice for any longstanding fan of the barefoot category, but what makes it the perfect beginner barefoot shoe? 👣 Transitioning from traditional, cushioned #footwear to barefoot shoes can be a challenge, as your feet need time to adapt to the grounded, less padded feel. This is exactly where the ONE has you covered! The Kjavik ONE features 2 different insoles, allowing for 3 unique wearing options: 👉 #Comfort: Start with the plush recycled PU insole for your first barefoot steps ☁️ 👉 #Performance: Switch to the sleek and responsive recycled EVA insole for just the right amount of cushioning 🚵 👉 Low to the Ground: For the barest fit, wear the ONEs without insoles, bringing you just 5mm from the ground 🦶 These options let you take it step by step (no pun intended), progressively moving towards the most natural fit, or simply finding what’s best for you! Visit www.kjavik.com to secure your pair today and join the barefoot revolution! #BarefootShoes #SustainableFashion #HealthyFeet #FootwearDesign #NaturalMovement

For all #barefoot enthusiasts! New brand alert! 🚨 Based in Germany and with deep roots in the outdoor community, we are both proud and excited to announce the launch of the Kjavik GmbH brand! It all started with the founder’s #vision of a new shoe whilst exploring Iceland. The design of the Kjavik ONE in fact nods to the island’s famous Northern lights and orography 🌋. These elements are beautifully integrated into the insoles, woven label, and outsole. The latter, due to its particular construction, creates a shape that is unique to each sole ✨! The Kjavik ONE embodies the essence of a true barefoot shoe: 👉 #Ergonomic shape: the last has been developed following the natural shape of the foot, allowing for the toes to spread without restriction 👣. 👉 #0mm drop: the absence of stack difference provides a grounded feeling underfoot which improves foot muscle strength and flexibility 💪. 👉 Breathable and flexible upper: the knitted upper creates a glove-like fit, whilst maintaining the shoe's breathability 🍃. What’s more? The ONE is constructed almost entirely of recycled materials. From the knitted upper to the sole, including the lining and insoles ♻️. Footwear Studios has supported Kjavik with the full #design, #development, and #production of the shoe. It has been an exciting and rewarding journey and we can’t wait to see what the brand has in store next! Go over to www.kjavik.com to secure your pair today, and join the barefoot revolution! #BarefootShoes #Innovation #Kjavik #FootwearRevolution #Sustainability #NewBeginnings

Performance won't be the only thing the world will see at the 2024 #Olympics. With Paris being the #fashion capital of the world, this year's #Olympic Games will bring a unique blend of sport and style. Top fashion and performance brands are leveraging this global stage. LVMH's historic contribution Luxury goods giant LVMH has invested USD 162 million in the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. For the first time LVMH is sponsoring athletes, marking a significant milestone for both the company and the Olympic Games. As former Nike CMO Greg Hoffman once said, "There is no bigger stage or moment in sports than the Olympic Games", underlining the importance of this platform for brands. Luxury has entered the arena Several well-known brands and designers are flexing their creative muscles. Ralph Lauren, Giorgio Armani, Lululemon, Ben Sherman, among others, are ensuring that their respective national teams not only perform well, but look good doing it.  As for the coveted medals, they will be designed and created by jeweller Chaumet, a first for the event. Newcomers make their mark 🔥 The 2024 Olympic Games are also a chance for emerging brands to shine. Left On Friday: In addition to Lululemon outfits for the Canadian teams, Left On Friday has designed for the volleyball team. Stephane Ashpool: The first independent designer to be hired by an Olympic committee, Ashpool is leading the apparel design for the French team. LW PEARL: This Irish womenswear label has designed Team Ireland's formal wear. THE NEW ORIGINALS: The Dutch streetwear brand has designed outfits for the Orange breakdancing team. Actively Black: Chosen by the Nigerian Olympic Committee, the US-based sportswear brand has designed uniforms and other apparel for the Nigerian team. A chance for glory The Olympic ethos is one of excellence, harmony and competition, in an event where a lifetime's ambition culminates in a performance. Today, the performances are not just those of the athletes, but also those of the brands behind them. These Olympics will have a special place in the history of Footwear Studios. We have something we've been working hard on and we can't wait to share it with the world. Stay tuned, stay focused. We're just getting started 🤜 🤛

Why Don’t We See More 3D Printed Shoes? 🧐 3D printing in the footwear industry isn't new. From adidas to Prada Group, many brands have done it. Yet, if you visit a Foot Locker or SNIPES today, you'd struggle to find #3D #printed shoes on the shelves. So, apart from their often futuristic looks, what are the real advantages of 3D printing in footwear? 👉 Tailored Fit: 3D printing allows for a custom fit to each foot’s exact shape, ensuring unmatched comfort and support. 🦶 👉 Manufacture on Demand: This #ecofriendly solution reduces waste and overproduction, creating only what is needed. 🏭 👉 Low #Development Cost and Lead Time: Avoid the investment and lengthy process of opening expensive molds. 💶⏱️ 👉 #Monomaterial: Using a single material in 3D printing simplifies recycling, supporting footwear circularity goals. 🌱 👉 #Design Flexibility: Enables innovative and intricate designs that were previously unattainable. 👩🎨 👉 #Onshoring: Reduces the carbon footprint by bringing manufacturing back to the brands’ countries of origin. 🌍 So what’s stopping 3D printing from becoming more popular in footwear? 🤔 ❗ Material Performance and Variety: 3D printed constructions can't match some of the performances of traditionally built footwear. 🏃♀️ ❗ Slow and Costly Production: as of today, for large-scale productions, 3D printing is slower and less efficient than traditional mass production. 🐢 ❗ Expertise: 3D printing requires specialized experts that are often not as readily available. 🔬 There's surely space for 3D printing in footwear, whether for whole shoes, components, or specialized molds. However, the technology hasn’t reached full market maturity yet. It remains to be seen if customers will be more receptive to 3D designs than in the past. 🛍️ Have you ever tried a 3D printed shoe?  Where do you see the technology in the next 5 years? Images depicting products from Reebok and ASICS Corporation. #3DPrinting #FootwearInnovation #SustainableFashion #FutureOfFootwear #InnovationInShoes

We are hiring! Join an amazing team in the heart of Berlin. 🙌 Check out our open roles: https://lnkd.in/ghrXwhC7 We are currently looking for: #Footwear #Designer (Full-time): https://lnkd.in/edy3niFH #Graphic / #Brand #Designer (Working Student): https://lnkd.in/eWcURN8Z We are looking forward to your application! 🤜 🤛

Were your sneakers designed by a human? 🤔 In the #footwear industry, creativity and #innovation are key to meeting the consumer’s constant desire for the new. ✨ Designers globally are leveraging #AI to spark inspiration and create unique ideas. But are AI-generated #sneakers just quirky takes on classics or unachievable renders? Here are the true use cases of AI in footwear: 👉 Bringing Designs to Life: AI transforms sketches into realistic images in seconds, enabling quick changes to materials and colors. 🖌️ 👉 From the Past to the Future: AI can be trained on your brand’s archive, generating designs that align with your brand’s identity. This is what adidas did in 2022 when it trained an internal AI platform on its entire sneaker archive going back to the 50s. 📚 👉 The Next Hit: AI can predict upcoming trends in colors, styles, and constructions, keeping you ahead of the curve. 🚀 👉 Overcoming Creative Blocks: AI generates hundreds of designs within seconds, helping to spark new ideas. 💡 However, there are some limitations: 👉 Product-Specific Knowledge: AI tools may not understand all the small components of a sneaker, making precise changes challenging. 🧩🔧 👉 Feasibility Issues: AI’s imagination isn't always bound by the laws of physics, leading to designs that may not be feasible. 🚫🛠️ AI is a powerful tool for creativity and innovation, but it's the blend of human expertise and AI that can truly revolutionize sneaker design. How are you using AI in your design process?  Where do you see its capabilities as most useful? AI design experimentation courtesy of Wira Adrien 💪 #FootwearInnovation #AIinDesign #SneakerDesign #CreativityMeetsTechnology #FutureOfFashion

The sneaker capital of Germany? Easy to answer Berlin is without a doubt one of the most vibrant cities when it comes to fashion and sneakers in Germany. Special shout out to Overkill GmbH, SNS, solebox, KICKZ.com GmbH, Soto Store Berlin, Vaditim for their everlasting impact on the Berlin sneaker ecosystem. VEJA proved their brand strength with a sleek store in the heart of Berlin. On recently opened their first store, cementing their presence in the area close to long-standing heavyweights like New Balance, Nike and Adidas. Who should be the next to open their doors in Berlin?

Creating footwear is a heavy lift 🏋♂️. Why is it fundamental to oversee the projects in person? 👉 Being physically present on-site allows us to witness firsthand the intricate processes and attention to detail that go into crafting each pair of shoes. From material sourcing to production techniques, every step in the process contributes to the final product’s quality and performance. 👉 Interacting with technicians and skilled professionals on the ground underscores the importance of their expertise in bringing innovative ideas to life. Their knowledge of materials, machinery, and techniques plays a pivotal role in pushing the boundaries of footwear design and functionality. 👉 As footwear developers, it’s essential for us to immerse ourselves in the manufacturing environment, fostering collaboration, and gaining a deeper understanding of the challenges and opportunities that arise. 👉 This hands-on approach not only enhances product development but also strengthens partnerships and fosters a culture of continuous improvement that we share with all of our clients. Join us in creating the footwear of tomorrow! 👟 Philipp Limburg Lukas Seidl Andrea Pitacco #FootwearDevelopment #OnSiteInsights #InnovationInAction

Join us for an exclusive event this Thursday in Berlin - 28th of March, 7PM We'll be hosting Matthias Vickermann with insights about the luxury #footwear market. The Footwear Innovation Club meets every three months to share industry insights, learn from each other and connect with like-minded people. Philipp Limburg Dr. Matthias Brendel