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Zima Casual Footwear


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Zima Casual Footwear

Zima Casual Footwear is an innovative fusion of traditional Persian craftsmanship and contemporary design technology, representing a significant evolution in sustainable footwear design. This groundbreaking casual footwear concept, which earned the prestigious Silver A' Design Award in the Footwear, Shoes and Boots Design category, reimagines the traditional Persian Giveh through the lens of modern aesthetics and sustainable materials. The design incorporates a revolutionary cork composite shoelace system and utilizes advanced Nano fabric for the upper portion, demonstrating a sophisticated blend of heritage craftsmanship and cutting-edge material science. The development process uniquely employed artificial intelligence algorithms to generate innovative forms while maintaining essential ergonomic features, resulting in a design that honors traditional elements while embracing future-forward technologies. The footwear's distinctive features include a sustainable construction methodology, with the sole comprising 96% cork granules and 4% polyurethane, creating an environmentally conscious yet durable foundation. The upper portion showcases the traditional Giveh-Baafi weaving technique, historically practiced by rural artisans, now elevated through the use of advanced nano-materials. This harmonious integration of historical craftsmanship and contemporary technology extends beyond the physical product, as each pair is accompanied by a digital presence in the form of NFT (Non-fungible token) representations in the metaverse, while the innovative packaging doubles as a functional shoe rack, exemplifying thoughtful, sustainable design principles throughout the entire product lifecycle.

casual footwear design, sustainable fashion, traditional craftsmanship, cork composite materials, artificial intelligence design, eco-friendly footwear

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