Since 2013, SUICOKE and Vibram have worked together and revolutionised the footwear industry; changing the perceptions of what sandals, slides - and footwear in general - can be.
Vibram x SUICOKE: Original Footbed
Launched in 2014, the Vibram x SUICOKE original footbed was an industry-first exclusive between Vibram and a partner brand.
The footbed continues to be a testament to the quality and craftsmanship that both brands strive for. The unique footbed construction combines long-term resilience with a flexible tread, resulting in a footbed that moulds to your foot over time. Minimal degradation and its firm production process allows you to feel the comfort and support of a trainer, paired with the weightlessness and breathability of a sandal.
Vibram for SUICOKE:
Outsoles
Morflex 271P Outsole
Durable, sturdy and almost weightless, the Vibram 271P outsole combines comfortable flexibility with durable resilience.
Arctic Grip All Terrain Outsole
An extension of the Arctic Grip compound, Vibram's Arctic Grip All Terrain outsole provides the same non-slip manoeuvrability across a variety of unpredictable surfaces - whether wet or dry. In short, Arctic Grip is specialized for ice, while Arctic Grip All Terrain balances ice traction with performance on a variety of surfaces.
ECOSTEP EVO Outsole
Produced using a minimum of 30% recycled Vibram rubber, the ECOSTEP EVO outsole is an environmentally-conscious design. Finished with a highly durable tread pattern, the outsole offers enhanced traction and comfort across a range of surfaces.
Vibram FiveFingers by SUICOKE
NIN-SABO, NIN-LO, NIN-HI
Fusing the minimalist Japanese design of SUICOKE with the highly-functional innovation of Vibram, three original shapes were created for the special inline project: a chukka-inspired mid-top (NIN-LO), a hi-cut boot (NIN-HI), and a summer-ready mule (NIN-SABO). Upper materials were adjusted to hemp and nylon mesh, and a tabi-inspired fastening was added to the reverse.
Megagrip Compound Outsole
Each Vibram FiveFingers by SUICOKE silhouette utilise Vibram's original Megagrip compound outsole; designed to provide unrivalled traction and stability across wet and dry surfaces.
With a series of intricate grooves and a shape that fits to the form of the foot, the outsole is an extension of the thoughtful design and innovative technology that drive the VFF by SUICOKE range.
Vibram Furoshiki by SUICOKE
FUTON-LO, FUTON-HI
Introduced to the SUICOKE roster in the Fall/Winter 2021 collection, the Vibram Furoshiki by SUICOKE merges Japan's traditional design with contemporary, forward-thinking functionality, materials and processing. The Vibram Furoshiki is named after the traditional Japanese wrapping process, and utilises a purposely paper-thin upper to reflect this inspiration.
The SUICOKE iteration of the Furoshiki subverts these upper materials, instead opting for them to be reminiscent of a futon mattress; lightweight, padded and warm. The SUICOKE FUTON silhouette is constructed with a lightly-padded nylon upper that providing unrivalled comfort and warmth in the colder winter seasons when wrapped across the foot.
FUTON-LO:
Furoshiki wrapping sole
Lightweight, flexible and accessible, the Vibram Furoshiki Wrapping Sole is constructed to adapt comfortably to the feet, via the connectivity of the folded upper and the rubber outsole wrapped around it.
FUTON-HI:
Arctic Grip Outsole
An original compound developed by Vibram, the Arctic Grip compound outsole provides non-slip manoeuvrability; focused primarily on functionality on wet ice and similar cold-weather surfaces.