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Store bought shoes rarely fit perfectly, and bespoke options are too expensive for many. Italian shoe maker Vibram, more commonly known for its military footwear, has come up with a solution to this problem with its Furoshiki Shoes.
Furoshiki (風呂敷) are a traditional Japanese wrapping cloth used for transporting goods and were first used in the Edo period to carry clothing while at the public baths. Furoshiki shoes, created by Japanese designer Masaya Hashimoto, have no laces and instead wrap around the foot–hence the name–fastening with velcro.
Vibram calls it the first ever “wrapping sole.” These novel shoes can be bought from the Japanese Vibram store for about $140 USD, and come in at least five colors.
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Store bought shoes not always fit perfectly
So this company came up with a solution that was inspired by Furoshiki (風呂敷)
Furoshiki are a traditional Japanese wrapping cloth used for transporting goods
Japanese designer Masaya Hashimoto used the same idea to create shoes that have no laces and instead wrap around the foot
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MaryClough 9 years ago
get a little sand, animal fur, dirt on that velcro and it won't work anymore. These are more for city wear..plus they are kinda ugly :/
LauraMatson 9 years ago
Those are ergonomic bands that adhere to eachother, no velcro involved. However, your right about them being ugly :)
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LynnPacione-Holman 9 years ago
Are they water resistant/repellent? Are they warm enough in cool/cold weather? Are they supportive for people with bad backs/knees?
BridgetteO'Connell 9 years ago
The video is Vibrant brand, which is not supportive. That being said, many people with bad backs and knees, including me, have found relief after SLOWLY transitioning to true minimalist foot wear, and going barefoot quite a. bit. Raised heals and lots of padding cause changes in stride and stance that can hurt your back, hips, and knees.
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MaryClough 9 years ago
get a little sand, animal fur, dirt on that velcro and it won't work anymore. These are more for city wear..plus they are kinda ugly :/
LauraMatson 9 years ago
Those are ergonomic bands that adhere to eachother, no velcro involved. However, your right about them being ugly :)
Load More Replies... LynnPacione-Holman 9 years ago
Are they water resistant/repellent? Are they warm enough in cool/cold weather? Are they supportive for people with bad backs/knees?
BridgetteO'Connell 9 years ago
The video is Vibrant brand, which is not supportive. That being said, many people with bad backs and knees, including me, have found relief after SLOWLY transitioning to true minimalist foot wear, and going barefoot quite a. bit. Raised heals and lots of padding cause changes in stride and stance that can hurt your back, hips, and knees.
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