When looking at options for furniture for their new or current house, people either look at the design and aesthetics while some prefer the more comfortable ones over the ones that would look good in their space. But of course there are those that can probably offer you both so wouldn’t you want to have something that looks good in your space and also is pretty comfortable that you’d want to use it for a long time?

Designer: Mudu Studios

SOLO is a concept for a furniture collection that could offer both comfort and design. The focal point of this collection is the plush upholstery that is seemingly placed on a pedestal because of the materials used. The collection includes an armchair, sofa, and a pouf, all of which feature a soft aesthetic, in contrast to the metal or natural veneer of the base which acts like a pedestal to showcase the luxuriously soft upholstery and textile. This contrast highlights the plushness of the seating while adding a touch of modern sophistication. Accent seams further enhance the visual appeal, adding subtle detailing and contributing to the overall character of the collection.

The collection’s expressive design language allows it to seamlessly integrate into a variety of interior styles, from contemporary minimalist spaces to more eclectic settings. The varied color palette offers a range of options to suit individual preferences and complement existing décor. A standout feature of the SOLO armchair is its innovative twist mechanism. This thoughtful addition enhances comfort and allows users to easily find their perfect lounging position, further emphasizing the collection’s focus on relaxation and well-being. This isn’t just about aesthetics; it’s about creating a harmonious balance between form and function. The elevated design not only adds visual interest but also contributes to the overall comfort by providing optimal support. The combination of soft textiles, a sturdy base, and thoughtful features like the twist mechanism in the armchair make SOLO a truly exceptional collection.

Alas, the SOLO collection is still a concept and they are currently looking for a manufacturer. But to have something that is visually attractive and seemingly comfortable should make it easy for them to eventually find someone that can make this design a reality. I am now currently dreaming of taking a nap on that sofa or reading a book for hours on that armchair or sitting on that pouf while chatting and drinking with friends.

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Most chairs are designed for the everyday act of sitting – at a desk, relaxing, or enjoying a meal. But what about those who require a more dynamic and specialized seating experience? Painters, for example, often work on vertical canvases, require a chair that offers mobility, support, and freedom of movement. Industrial design student Teo Primo Frizzarin recognized this need and developed the “Leo” chair, a concept specifically designed for artists.

Designer: Teo Primo Frizzarin

Frizzarin, studying at ECAL (University of Art and Design Lausanne), focused his efforts on creating a chair that caters to the unique demands of working with a vertical surface. The Leo chair aims to provide painters with enhanced mobility and crucial arm support, essential for the creation of their masterpieces. The name itself, “Leo,” likely evokes the legacy of Leonardo da Vinci, hinting at the chair’s artistic purpose. The Leo chair draws inspiration from the form and function of a horse saddle. This design provides a stable seat while simultaneously granting the user greater freedom of movement compared to a traditional chair.

You get a conventional looking backrest but it also appears to be an arm support, which is probably what’s needed more. This support is not only adjustable in height but also in position, accommodating the varied postures and angles painters adopt while working. This adaptability is key, as artists often shift their positions and reach across the canvas as their work progresses. The prototype of the Leo chair showcases its mobility-enhancing features, including integrated wheels. These wheels allow the artist to easily maneuver around their workspace, retrieving paints, brushes, solvents, or other materials without needing to stand up and disrupt their creative flow. This thoughtful detail addresses the practical needs of painters who often require quick access to a variety of tools and supplies.

Frizzarin’s innovative design earned him a “Très Bien” mention for his diploma project, suggesting a promising future for the Leo chair. This recognition underscores the potential market for specialized furniture that caters to the specific requirements of artists. Currently, painters often rely on standard chairs, rolling chairs, or swivel chairs, none of which are perfectly optimized for the demands of their craft. The Leo chair offers a compelling alternative, potentially revolutionizing the way artists interact with their workspace. While still a concept, the Leo chair represents a significant step towards a more ergonomic and artist-centric approach to furniture design. It raises the question: will the Leo chair become the new standard for artists’ seating, or will it inspire further innovation in this often-overlooked area of design?

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Ever since I discovered the joys of bean bags, I automatically sit on one whenever I see one at a coffee shop, library, or at my friend’s house. There’s something really comfortable about sinking in almost to the floor on these mostly comfortable chair alternatives instead of sitting on a chair or couch. There are times when I can actually sleep in those things, although it’s not good for the back or neck afterwards. I sometimes want to take a peek inside though as to what are the materials there inside.

Designer: Shayan Ramesht

Transparent Bean Bag is what its name says it is. The concept is to have a bean bag that you can see what’s inside since the outer part is of a transparent, plastic material. There are two ideas behind this design: to use recycled materials and also to take advantage of the raw aesthetic of said recycled materials. They used the excess foam from a furniture workshop to not just reduce the carbon footprint that a normal bean bag would have but also to reduce the production cost since you just re-use what is already been discarded.

The usual bean bag has an emphasis on the outer wrapping as the main design. But this time around, the volumetric material (mass) that’s inside the bean bag takes center stage. It’s like seeing a bunch of different colored popcorn squished inside the transparent bag when you sit on it. There are several advantages to having a transparent bean bag. For one, it can be more aesthetically pleasing. You can also customize the “content” inside to show more colorful elements and fillers, or even a more minimalist approach. They can also blend in better with different kinds of surroundings, especially if you are able to customize what’s inside.

Maintenance can also be better for this kind of bean bag since the transparent plastic material is often water-resistant and easy to wipe off. It would be nice also if the material inside can be replaced eventually, although that may defeat the idea of using more sustainable materials. This is a pretty interesting kind of item to have in my space and the Architecture Masterprize seems to think so too since they chose it as one of the best products last year.

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NASA’s Ingenuity Mars Helicopter was a groundbreaking piece of equipment that was able to be the first human-made object to fly to a different planet back in 2021. And while it crashed in January of this year, it was still able to make 72 flights in under three years. Now that it’s not functioning anymore, NASA is looking at building the next object that will give us a peek into another planet.

Designer: NASA

They have unveiled the early design renderings of the Mars Chopper, their proposed follow-up to the Ingenuity Mars Helicopter. It’s a huge leap from the original as this one is the size of an SUV with six rotor blades to help it fly across the planet. It will be able to carry up to 11 pounds of science payloads across 1.9 miles per Mars day.

The initial renders show the three-legged drone gliding over the supposed landscape of Mars. Since Ingenuity was much smaller, this will hopefully be able to surpass its achievements and give us an even better view and understanding of Mars. It should be able to help scientists in studying Martian terrain and at a faster rate.

While it’s still in its “early conceptual and design stages”, there is already anticipation in how the Chopper can give us a glimpse into the previously inaccessible areas. It’s not clear though if it will actually be sent to Mars.

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People who have a hard time falling asleep at night usually try to become sleepy by scrolling through their devices, most of the time to no avail. So if you’re trying to get away from your gadgets, staring up at the ceiling and counting sheep may be your other option. But what if you could see something else other than your blank ceiling.

Designers: Dongkyun Kim, Jaeyeon Lee, Yujeong Kim, Sumin Park, Dugyeong Lee

Loom is a concept for a beam projector that can project images onto your ceiling. It is meant to add to the atmosphere of your room, whether you’re trying to fall asleep or just relaxing after a hard day of work. Not everyone has the luxury to actually go outside and stare at the stars or at the nature surrounding them, so this is probably the next best thing.

The device is something that you attach to the wall and turning it on or off is designed to be like opening a door, letting you step into another world. Once you turn the knob so to speak, which is actually a small telescope-like device, your ceiling will be transformed into whatever image you want to see up there. There’s a controller that looks like a round speaker that you can rotate to adjust the angle of the projection and to rotate the image horizontally or vertically.

This is a pretty interesting idea especially if your ceiling is just a boring, plain color. It would also be nice if it can also project short videos that can loop so you can see things like clouds moving across the sky or anything that can lull you to sleep or relax.

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Sometimes it’s the most mundane, every day objects that give the most creative designers the inspiration to make pretty unique works of art. The salt and pepper shakers are probably things we’ve taken for granted but the origins of these two essential table objects were pretty important as salt was essential in preserving food and pepper was considered a “prize luxury” back in the day.

Designers: DECODE

A group of 60 Mexican designers have created a group exhibition called Sal & Pimienta that displays their own interpretations of the salt and pepper shaker. Aside from the creativity steeped in cultural and social aesthetics of Mexico, the creatively designed interpretations of these essentials invite people to understand the deep meanings the artist wants to convey and also explore the relationship between “gastronomy, design, and culture.” We’ll highlight some of the designs we found most interesting, although all 60 are pretty interesting and unique in their own right.

Leon Fernandez made 3d-printed shakers that explored the beauty of cellular structures and used new materials. Misasam used aluminum and glass to symbolize the fusion of technology and nature. Lenoir & Associates created a box-like wooden structure to represent mundane working life. Nachona Cadena employed ceramics to represent harmony and contrast in a piece that fit together like puzzle pieces. Gerardo Sandoval Osio uses the form of a traditional mortar but used black marble to show the connection between past and present. Montserrat Piña Bennetts wants to make a statement on how we observe the world by creating shakers that have an “eye” at the top of its tall structure made from white marble, jade, and obsidian.

Sofia Elias worked on latex, plastic, and aluminum to create a piece that shows both the organic and the synthetic in a playful and colorful form. Marisol Centeno Studio used 100% cotton in creating shakers that look like garlic or dumplings but convey the importance of human effort. Roberto Michelsen made something inspired by LEGO bricks as an homage to nostalgia and pop culture. Emilio Flores utilized cast bronze materials to create shakers that look like modern, abstract art. Ingrid Culebro Brown made use of natural stones, onyx, green marble and red travertine to pay tribute to nature and mineral wealth. Aldo Alvarez Tostado / Firestone used caobilla, horsehair and basalt to evoke volcanic landscapes and eroded surfaces.

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There are a lot of thermal printers in the market right now. People use it for scrapbooking and journaling, labeling, and even printing out receipts for small businesses. If you own one, have you ever wished that it had a screen so you could watch videos on it? No? Well, this concept for a thermal printer is apparently not mainly a printer but actually a learning device with a video screen.

Designer: DPP

Even though the name has the words thermal printer on it, it looks like that is just a secondary function of the device. The N2-Thermal printer is a concept for a screen-equipped learning device. It looks like a regular camera and it also has a camera function as well. It seems to be a lot of things to appeal to people who need all of these things.

It’s primarily being pushed as a learning device as there are videos to be loaded on it so students or even grown ups will be able to view these video explanations. The camera has an AI-powered photo-based question search function and can even correct the homework of the kids (although that isn’t really explained). There’s also a flip stand so you can adjust the viewing angle and it can also be replaced with other designs as it has a quick release structure.

As for the thermal printing function, it’s still there since it’s what it’s called but for why you need a printer though is unclear. Maybe they can print their homework or something, although of course the options for that is limited.

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There are chairs that look very pretty and artsy but are probably not the most comfortable place to sit on. I’m the kind of person that would care more about a chair’s functionality rather than its design, as long as it’s comfortable and would let me sit on it for a long time. But there are those that also can be both and this new one from furniture brand Heller seems like it is.

Designer: Hlynur Atlason

The Limbo Chair is something that you can use either indoor or outdoor. Its “swooping, sculptural form” makes it look like an art piece you can find at a museum but since it’s a chair foremost, it was also designed to “balance flexibility and support, playfulness and durability.” They say it’s comfortable enough to be able to use it while you’re resting, reading a book, or just sitting without agenda.

The other special thing about this chair is that it is 100% recyclable. It uses a high percentage of recycled plastic polyethylene blend. What percentage of the material this is depends on the color, with black being the highest. It is available in warm and neutral colors like black, bone, sand, terra cotta, wheat, and cantaloupe, to blend in whatever environment you place it in.

The chair seems to be low enough for you to relax in, although I don’t know if I can last in it even though I’m not the tallest person. It will look good though if you add it to your space especially if one of the available colors matches your aesthetics.

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Even though a lot of coffee shops offer discounts if you bring your own mug or tumbler when you buy from them, there’s still a lot of disposable plastic cups that go to waste, staying in landfills for decades. Since people will still probably continue using them, we need to find a way to be able to properly recycle of this particular kind of waste.

Designers: Yoonjeong Lee, Minjoeng Kim, Changyu Seo, Songhee Kim, Geunyeong Do

Loop is a concept for a 3D printer that will be able to do just that. It actually looks like a coffee maker or a water storage device but its function is to actually turn those plastic cups to create scrubbers that can also be used at the cafes. Therefore it really lives up to its name as it creates a sustainable circulation structure.

The 3D printer melts the plastic cups that you put in it by grinding them into small particles. They are heated to turn them into a “soft and malleable state” then cooled to solidify. They are then extruded into the desired filament shapes for printing. The scrubbers can then be used in washing dishes at the cafe.

The suggestion of the product designers is for cafes to use this to incentivize their customers into returning the plastic cups instead of just throwing it. It would be interesting to see if something like this can actually change consumer behavior.

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Whether you’re working from home or from your cubicle in the office, a lot of times we’re expected to work continuously during official work hours. But as numerous studies have proven, we need to take a break every once in a while to just rest our eyes, mind, and body. It’s easier to do it at home but when you’re in the office, you need to find your space or uncomfortably like your head on your table.

Designers: Subin Kim, Dami Seo, Da young Yoon, Sieun Cha, Gayeon Kim

Despite the negative connotation associated with the name, Lazy is a concept for a desk that will let you be “lazy” when you need to take a break. It’s a work desk and chair that has some additional features that lets you rest without needing to move somewhere else. Ideally of course you should step away when you want a break, but for those times when you can’t, then this is an alternative.

The desk has a cushion on the upper left part which lets you take a nap or even just lay your head down and close your eyes. Laying your head on a wooden desk is not that comfortable but the cushion should be a better option. Under the table are strings that lets you swing your feet around if you need some movement. There’s also a gap in the desk where you can place your laptop when not in use or books, notebooks, documents that you don’t need at the moment.

The chair that is part of the Lazy furniture matches the table. My one complaint with this though is that it doesn’t have a backrest so it might be uncomfortable if you’re sitting at your desk for some time. But otherwise, I’m looking forward to having a cushion ready at the desk for my daily nap.

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Two trends that have been making its way to furniture concepts and designs are minimal and modular. Sometimes the two are not able to work together since the latter needs more elements thereby defeating the purpose of the former. But there are also times when when product designers are able to blend the two together.

Designer: Liam de la Bedoyere

The Swivel Side Table is a concept that seems to take elements from both design schools. It’s actually a conceptual evolution of hits previous concept design for a Split side table and you can see that he brought ideas from that previous experiment to the, well, side table. It’s an interesting concept that lets the user sort of customize the side table to their preference.

This time around, there’s a central metal frame which serves as the core and the main flat surface to place your coffee, book, or whatever it is that needs a side table. It looks just like a typical low cocktail table type. But what makes this concept unique is that you place CNC-cut wooden disks around the frame that is able to slide and pivot. You can swivel and customize how you arrange it and even create nooks for small items and a book or two.

Depending on the way you swivel the disks around, you either get just a usual round side table or a puzzle piece-like piece of furniture. It’s interesting to see what the designer will come up with next, side table-wise.

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I am not a fan of scooters in a sense that I will never get on one. But whenever I see a Vespa, I am tempted to go back on that promise (until I remember how scared I am of two-wheeled vehicles) just because it’s very pretty and stylish. Now if I could have this aesthetic on something that I can actually use, then I would be happy.

Designer: Bel & Bel

The Scooter Chair is a swivel chair that repurposes parts of vintage Vespas to create a piece of furniture that may be as stylish as these luxury scooters. Each piece is handmade and can be customized to how you want it to look so it is also a luxury chair and may be more expensive than your regular, office swivel chair. But at least you can say you have the most stylish chair in your office if you get one.

Aside from being stylish, it is created to also be comfortable and sturdy since you will probably sit on it at least 6 hours a day. The seat is also ergonomic with its foam and upholstery finished with ribbed seams. It also has an adjustable height piston and a reclining mechanism for times when you need to rest and relax.

The customizable options include the color of the exterior structure, the type and tone of the upholstery (natural or synthetic leather), type of base (fixed or with wheels). You can also add some extra details to make it more luxurious like chrome-plated armrests, logos on the back, intermittent riders, or an original 8″ wheel and sideband. Of course all of this means you’ll have out a bit more compared to regular swivel chairs.

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When you’re searching for a definitive “best of” list, especially relating to music, you probably search for it on YouTube or streaming services like Spotify or Apple Music. You don’t really look for a book to read since it’s missing the multimedia aspect that comes with most of these lists. But if it’s a very pretty, limited edition coffee table book, you probably might consider getting that instead.

Designer: Apple Music

That’s what Apple Music is hoping for with the release of Apple Music: 100 Best Albums, a companion to the list that they have previously published online. The list was compiled by their team of experts together with some artists like Pharrell Williams, Charli XCX, J Balvin, and Maren Morris. You can own this list presented in a minimalist but expensive looking book that you can display at home for bragging rights. Actually reading it is another thing of course.

The book has the album cover on one side and then the liner notes and in-depth analysis on the other side. It has a custom-designed translucent acrylic slipcase with the Apple Music logo etched on it. It has a linen hardcover debossed with the logo and the edge of the pages are golden gilded. The back of the case has the edition number and inside you have the hand-numbered ex libris.

The reason for the numbers indicated is that there will only be 1,500 pcs produced so they emphasize the limited nature of this item. That’s also the reason why the price tag for this coffee table book is pretty expensive. It is now available for pre-order for those willing to shell out $450 for it. I will probably stick to reading the list online and streaming it on my music service of choice.

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Every once in a while, I’ll come across a horror story on my feed about accidents involving furniture toppling over and badly hurting someone. As a regularly clumsy person, it is not outside the realm of possibility that I may be a victim of this someday. The STURDY Act (Stop Tip-overs of Unstable, Risky Dressers on Youth) is a welcome development for kids and grown-ups alike. IKEA has now become the first to apply this into their new furniture line.

Designer: IKEA

The Storklinta and Gullaberg collection from IKEA come with their patented Anchor and Unlock mechanism which took into consideration the aforementioned STURDY Act’s guidelines. This way, they have made sure that their furniture are safe especially for young kids but still have the design and style associated with the Swedish brand. When properly installed, this mechanism lets you use the items as they’re meant to be used without the risk of it tipping over, even when multiple drawers are opened.

The Gullaberg collection is classic IKEA with its framed sides, tapered legs, and white and gray finishes. There are several dressers, chests, wardrobes, nightstands, and combinations available in the collection. The Storklinta has a more sleek and contemporary design and also comes with chests, drawers, bedside tables, and wardrobe combinations with the PAX system. These furniture come with clean, integrated handles.

Both collections are already available in the IKEA US stores and online but there are still some items that have limited stocks. They will also be launching more safety-enhanced designs later this year. As always, these are items that are self-assembled so you still need to be able to follow instructions on these Anchor and Unlock mechanisms for the furniture to be truly safe.

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Not all robots have to look, well, robotic. There is a growing number of robots that are inspired by real life creatures (sometimes, even humans, but that’s a whole other discussion) or so called bio-inspired bots. The latest winner of the Natural Robotics Contest is inspired by a pretty unlikely animal: the insect-eating mammal called the Pangolin.

Designer: Dorothy and Dr. Robert Siddall

A high school student from California named Dorothy designed a robot whose main goal is to dig and plant seeds. Since pangolins are naturally digging animals, why not use it to create a robot that can help populate areas with more trees? The winning concept was turned into an actual prototype called the Plantolin by the partner research institute. More than just looking like a pangolin, it uses features from the mammal and incorporate it into the functions of the robot.

The Plantolin roves around on two wheels and just like the pangolin, it balances on its long, movable tail. Each of the wheels has an electric quadcopter drone motor. The digging is done by these two front legs with the tail tilting down once it starts to provide leverage. Once there’s a hole already, the robot drives over it and poops out a yew tree seed bomb nugget (containing both seeds and soil).

It’s a pretty interesting way to re-populate a space with more trees. It will probably be faster and will need minimal human intervention when it’s programmed right, so no need to train actual pangolins to do the job.

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If you’re hiking up a mountain or going on long walks and trekking, you probably need to carry as little as possible. However, you also need to have a lot of necessities with you especially if it’s an overnight hike. Three things you definitely need are a water bottle, a lamp or light source, and a compass. Usually, these are three different things that you carry. But a designer has come up with a way to have all three in just one item.

Designer: Anantvijay

The Beacon Bottle for Hikers is a product concept for something that hikers can carry that has different functionalities. The way that it’s designed is that it looks like a lamp that serves as your light source but it also looks like a water bottle for your hydration needs. And yes, it is both. Plus, there’s even a compass on the cover so that you get another bonus with this item and it lessens the items that you need to bring with you.

The body of the bottle even has a textured surface so that it’s easy to grip while you’re drinking. The light-emitting component is at the bottom of the bottle and can be attached and detached easily with a threaded mechanism. If you detach it from the bottle, you can still use it as an independent light source. The charging part has a type-c port and you can still use it even when it’s charging.

The compass is integrated into the polypropylene bottle cap while the handle is designed for easy carrying or can also be attached to the backpack or hung on a tree branch. The body of the bottle is made from polyethylene terephthalate so it shouldn’t be that heavy. If all you need is to hydrate and have something to light your way (and give you direction), then this is a handy tool to have during your long hikes.

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I’ve said before that I’m not the biggest fan of Crocs, at least design-wise. But whenever they collaborate with another brand, I become more interested, especially if that other brand is something that I already admired. Japanese brand Beam has been on my radar as the fashion brand comes out with unique designs, although I probably would not wear them. This collaboration with Crocs is something I may actually wear. Well, if it gets restocked.

Designer: Beam x Crocs

The Beams x Crocs takes the Classic Clog that most people have grown to love and put on a punk rock jacket on it. So instead of the usual hole-y clogs, you get a black PU leather jacket complete with zippers, giving it a cooler and more bad-ass look. The clogs are still light of course despite its punk-y look. It is also water-friendly and buoyant, complete with ventilation ports and breathability despite not seeing the usual Crocs holes.

You have two “pockets”, a buttoned-down one and a zip-up one. The zipper is off-center and has small silver buttons so you can keep the “collar” folded over. To complete the punk rock look, you can unzip the jacket and you’ll see the silver spiked Jibbitz embedded in there. But if you want your own Jibbitz to add to it, you can still customize it.

Even though it doesn’t totally look like your usual clogs, it still has the “Iconic Crocs Comfort” and has 360-degree comfort. Unfortunately, it seems to be sold out for now, because it is that cool. Let’s see if we’ll eventually get our hands on a pair.

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There are a lot of things that you can do in your kitchen including cooking all kinds of recipes of course. But did you think that you can actually create shoes just from using household items and combining them with other biodegradable ingredients. That’s what a designer and educator is trying to teach us through a series of YouTube videos and if you’re the type that likes to experiment, then this would be right up your alley.

Designer: Giestas

The Baking Vegan Slippers are just exactly what the name implies. These are slippers that are made from vegan bioplastics and are put together and baked in an oven. If you have all the ingredients suggested in the YouTube video and you can follow the instructions, then you’ll be able to create your own footwear from the comfort of your kitchen.

The top of the shoe uses alginate which is actually a thickener taken from algae while the sole is made from ground cork and bound with something called agar which is an algae-based gelatin substitute. You can also use things like saffron or black tea to color your slippers. Using these food grade, vegan, and biodegradable materials means we can eventually reduce our reliance on things like plastics and fossil fuels.

Design-wise, the options are still a bit limited although we see some different options for the tops. The designer himself says that when it comes to the long term durability of the Baking Vegan Slippers, it still remains to be seen.

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I am not the biggest fan of Crocs footwear for many design-related reasons, including its hole-y look. A lot of people find it comfortable to wear, hence its popularity but if you’re hiking or climbing in some weird weather conditions, it’s not the best choice. However, streetwear boutique Bodega is adding an accessory to the Crocs Classic Clog that can turn it into an off-road kind of footwear.

Designer: Bodega

The Bodega x Crocs “NICT-TECH” All-Terrain Clog 2.0 features a removable hood that you can outfit your Crocs with to protect it against the elements that can make its way through the holes. Basically it’s a jacket for your Crocs so you’ll be able to wear it even if it’s rainy, sandy, or whatever other weather condition makes it uncomfortable and unsafe to have a clog with holes.

The footwear comes in a woodland bark camo print while the detachable elements have a matching brown color. The “jacket” itself of course has a weatherproof outer layer. There is also a tiny ripstop bag attached to it where you can put some stuff, providing they’re small and can fit in it without making you feel uncomfortable.

Probably another thing that people find attractive with Crocs footwear is that a lot of things can be attached to it to turn it into something else aside from a hole-y clog. This latest outdoorsey one from Bodega will be available starting September 27 on their website and costs just around $90.

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