Louis Vuitton Debuts 3D-Printed Sneaker Made by Zellerfeld at Hong Kong Runway Show

Louis Vuitton debuted a 3D-printed sneaker made by Zellerfeld Thursday during its Pre-Fall Collection Runway Show in Hong Kong.

LV’s Cobra model, which was shown in all-black and all-white colorways, is the French fashion house’s first foray into 3D-printed shoes. The 3D-printed structure incorporates soft mesh and air vents, making it somewhat akin to the foam and rubber clogs that have become all the rage since Crocs’ well-publicized resurgence. Detailing includes the flower logo from Louis Vuitton’s monogram pattern.

3D-printing specialist Zellerfeld launched in 2015, and its shoes are more sustainable by being made to order and fully recyclable. It’s previously created footwear for Pangaia and Heron Preston, and in February it opened a beta program including the latter designer and Kid Super in which new designs were made available to purchase on a weekly basis.

Zellerfeld also partnered with another luxury retailer in Moncler over the summer through a 3D-printed version of the Trailgrip model released in limited numbers. “As Moncler’s first venture into 3D-printing, this collaboration serves as a monumental moment for the footwear industry and further underscores the significant shift brands are taking to break away from the conventional factory manufacturing process,” Zellerfeld co-founder and CEO Cornelius Schmitt said ithen n a statement. “Luxury fashion houses like Moncler are driving the future of fashion by embracing 3D-printing production models as the new standard.”

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Ian Servantes is a Senior Trending News Editor for Footwear News specializing in sneaker coverage. He’s previously reported on streetwear and sneakers at Input and Highsnobiety after beginning his career on the pop culture beat. He subscribes to the idea that “ball is life” and doesn’t fuss over his kicks getting dirty.