How to customize your sneakers with a Vibram sole With the Vibram Sole Factor Mobile Lab initiative

While over the last few years the issue of sustainability has become increasingly crucial for the fashion industry, with luxury and small brands committed to rethinking their production chains and their business model, the sneakers world seems to be struggling more in coming to terms with this new reality, often producing sustainable products, that nevertheless favour this component over the design and beauty. 

On the other hand, the latest project by Vibram, the world leader in the development and production of high-performance rubber soles, starts from a circular economy principle. The brand has lately become an essential name also in the sneaker game (and luxury market), managing in finding that difficult balance between performance and aesthetics, which has led, among other things, to the rediscovery of trends such as gorpcore or hiking. Vibram marks once again its commitment towards sustainability with a customization service, one of the most appreciated and sought after elements in the sneaker world.

To take part in the last Vibram Sole Factor Mobile Lab event and therefore try the new Vibram N-OIL compound, you have to register from November 18 to 27 on the Vibram Testerplace at this link. Once you have registered and submitted your request, you will be contacted by the experts of the Vibram Sole Factor team who will offer their advice to evaluate the feasibility of the technical operation with you. The team will then organize the pick-up of the shoes and will subsequently return the product when ready. Places are limited, but those unable to access the customization service will still be contacted and will receive a discount voucher valid for customizing shoes at one of the Sole Factor Academies and Diamonds shops throughout Europe. The list of all stores specialized in shoe repair can be found here.

Becoming a Vibram Tester means becoming part of a wider movement that aims at a more sustainable approach to fashion, which works with natural materials and which focuses on the experience of the consumer, a vision that has always distinguished Vibram, in the sneaker game and beyond.