HOOF Shoe: Gold, Student Designs

Credit: Henry Law, San Jose State Univ., (415) 710-2462; henry168@hotmail.com

An innovative footwear solution with a broad range of customer appeal, the HOOF Shoe is a two-part footwear product that promotes good foot health by rotating a different daily color "foot-glove" that will allow the foot to expand normally through the day. The "foot-glove" is made of breathable Lycra to prevent heat buildup and moisture that leads to bacteria growth and foot odor.

"A true universal design concept with appeal to both the "hip" market and to users in need of wider shoes for stability. This is a new look at footwear and its uses." - Pascal Malassigné, FIDSA