Evan Caruso
Baltimore, MD
Adidas Internship
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my intern project was to design two shoe uppers....one for the creative style of play and one for the commanding
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obvious problem statement
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descriptive words dealing with the creative player, used for inspiration and what not
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creative player demographic
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research used to fuel design ... focusing on breathability while maintaining support
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concept sketches, pulling parts from each. using large open mesh with stronger materials only where support is needed
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final direction. large open mesh lateral and medial upper. uses a large wrap around piece along with interior support cage to lock foot in place. support threads woven through mesh to provide extra support
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final pull over of creator shoe.
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this is a different shoe i promise, only same layout. this time with a focus on the commander
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commander demographic
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this time research was done on the commander style of play. the commander shoe also focuses on protection and breathability
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commander sketches. trying to still maintain a breathable feel while having large protective pieces
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this is the final concept. a base sweat wicking booty, outer leather pieces, and tpu shell make up the shoe. the tpu has holes on medial side for added breathability
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final pull over for the commander shoe
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