This is a smart idea that Treehugger spotted: a shoe system that offers an inner-shoe that lasts forever and replaceable ’skins’ to keep your feet looking fresh. TH says:
Mark Klein… came up with an interesting idea: separate a well fitted, orthopaedic core (the bone) from the stylish “skin” that can be changed in seconds. Result: Instant customization, comfort and style, without the waste of shoe structure that sits in the closet. The bones can last almost forever, while the skins can be replaced as they wear out.
…New York designer Dror Benshetrit… set out to create a simple yet iconic shape that he believed could stand the test of time.
Skins Footwear Site
Shoes that Separate Style and Structure (TreeHugger)
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These are the most comfortable shoes I have ever worn…a bit pricey – but flexibility and comfort that they provide makes them worth every penny
March 7th, 2007 at 11:33 am
These are the most comfortable shoes I have ever worn…a bit pricey – but flexibility and comfort that they provide makes them worth every penny
March 7th, 2007 at 11:33 am
Brendan, how can you say that if they’re not even in the stores yet?
March 18th, 2007 at 12:34 am
Tony,
Good question – I tried them on at the WSA|Las Vegas Shoe Show back in February of this year.
I think they are now available on line and at a few stores…try http://www.getskinnedalive.com and http://www.skinsfootwear.com
April 24th, 2007 at 5:49 pm
Tony, Brendan is correct. I saw (and tried on) the shoes in Los Angeles at the Museum Of Contemporary Art (MOCA). You can see them yourself on youtube, Just go to this link:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=49q0vz-RV8E
May 10th, 2007 at 3:54 am
Vivo em la cidad de Mexico me interesaria vender su producto aqui en mexico que tengo que hacer
October 16th, 2007 at 5:37 pm