PENDING FORM : INFLATABLE

Welcome to the first edition of Pending Form, a new series where we explore innovations and discoveries from outside the world of footwear design. In this ongoing investigation, we spotlight creators, makers, and engineers whose work is quietly reshaping industries and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. These new inventions, born from curiosity and a desire to improve, offer novel perspectives and ideas that could inspire the next big leap in footwear…

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On Cloudway 2_Proto to final product via - @alexdigiuseppe “Cloudaway 2 👋 Sketch from 2022 against the product on the shelf today, showcasing the magic of footwear development 🪄” - @alexdigiuseppe @on #conceptkicks
🦿@on ON’s LightSpray™ tech uses robotic arms to apply water-repellent coating with surgical accuracy - targeting only essential zones. Less waste, more function. A mechanical process built around material efficiency and controlled prote
Material Memory: The Sashiko Gals’ Stitchwork Sashiko is a traditional Japanese stitching technique - born from necessity, used to reinforce and repair garments through layered, geometric threadwork. Over time, it evolved into a visual languag
Fully printed design inspired by the Mostro via @commeconception @pumasportstyle @fumitoganryu #conceptkicks
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Hybrid Vibram tooling meets precise material execution The SW-F0401 blends formal cues with utilitarian structure. Developed with Tomo&Co, it features a smooth leather upper over a Vibram component tooling, balancing elevated materials with grou
adidas Basketball is having a moment, and it’s one rooted in reverence and reinvention. Since its 2023 relaunch, the line has tapped into a legacy of innovation and enduring design codes to carve out a new era in performance footwear. That visi
PPACO LUX-2 HYKE Edition The LUX-2 HYKE Edition is built on a Vibram® Ripple sole and formed from High-PerFORM® — a low-impact, micro-foamed rubber compound engineered for lightweight cushioning and rebound. Breathable, flexible, and d
An exploded view as a study in construction 🚧 Each layer isolated to highlight interface, proportion, and intent. Not just for clarity, but to underscore the relationship between components. How tooling, strobel, and upper interact under tension.
sole_studies 👣 #ckinspiration