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13. Shoes with Wraps

What it is: Footwear that is wrapped around the foot
Created in 2019
Average Cost: $69
These wrap shoes were made by Furoshiki by Vibram and are inspired by the Japanese custom of wrapping items in cloth at shops before giving them to customers. These shoes are put on by wrapping them around your feet; they can be worn as regular shoes or as a boot.

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Even though they're not quite as popular as Nike, these wrap shoes are nonetheless quite cozy. They have a cushioned foot bed and are lightweight. According to Furoshiki, the shoes are "free-form" and suitable for "all-day wear" or "travel." They are also portable because they fold up.

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