ToGro
a longer lasting shoe
We all began to wear shoes at some point during our infancy…
As we grew older, the footwear we used in our early years not only lacked longevity but was also eventually outgrown
A baby's feet grow half a size every two months within the first 15 months of their lives
Imagine how often a parent/caregiver may need to purchase shoes for their child
While not strictly essential for the natural development of the feet, footwear offers necessary protection and assists in the growth and strengthening of the foot
IN WHAT WAYS CAN WE DESIGN EASY-TO-WEAR FOOTWEAR THAT EXTENDS THE PRODUCT’S USABLE LIFE CYCLE TO 6–8 MONTHS?
After running through various forms and shapes, I knew I wanted to integrate and refine the adjustable straps that would hold the foot in place
Now with a refined outer shell, ideation for an insole insert began
This insert would have a specific toe-guard length depending on the size of the foot.
The front and back would snap into the rest of the shoe to keep it in place.
