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made of compacted dirt and seeds, basura’s shoes plant wildflowers as they break down
- Dirt Shoes, created by Basura in collaboration with Yerba Madre, are designed to break down, made of compacted dirt, tree sap, plant fibers, and wildflower seeds.
- Worn shoes disintegrate, scattering seeds into the soil, allowing native wildflowers to grow in the wearer's footsteps.
- The project focuses on circularity, slow decay, and ecological renewal, diverging from quick disposal or durability trends in fashion.
- Developed over five months, the shoes are strong yet fragile, aiming to disappear with purpose as the user walks in them.
- The pair comes in universal sizes, balancing durability and decay.
- Dirt Shoes promote a statement of giving back more to the planet than taking.
- The design involves a team of material scientists, artists, and sculptors to engineer wearable dirt.
- After use, the shoes physically break down, returning to the ground to grow new plants.
- The project symbolizes regeneration and a commitment to environmental sustainability.
- The shoes are commissioned by Yerba Madre, aligning with their mission of sustainability.
- The Indigenous model Zaya Guarani, featured in Vogue, collaborates in the project.
- Dirt Shoes come in two universal sizes, Small and Large.
- The project aligns with principles of regeneration, circularity, and environmental stewardship.
- Basura and Yerba Madre work together to create environmentally conscious footwear.
- The designers emphasize the importance of products that leave a positive impact on the environment.
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