15-min chat with shoe customizers

Hey everyone,I’m currently an incubator student working on a project to bridge the gap between high-end custom shoe culture and everyday affordability. The goal is to design a modular sneaker where parts can be easily interchanged to completely swap styles without buying a whole new pair.  To make sure this actually makes sense for people who love unique shoes, I’m looking to interview a few passionate profiles for 12-15 minutes max over a quick video call.  

Who I'm looking for:People who regularly customize their sneakers, or love adding accessories (charms, pins, custom laces). Passionates who change their outfits/styles frequently and want to stand out.  

What we will talk about:

Your customization routine and where you get your inspiration.  

The actual budget and frustrations behind keeping a fresh sneaker rotation.  Strictly NO sales pitch, NO marketing, just academic research.  

If you are down to help a fellow student and share your passion for 15 minutes over the next two weeks, please drop a comment below or send me a direct DM!

Thanks a lot for your time!

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Posted Jul 13, 2026, 4:27 PM UTC

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