Outdoor Retailer/SLC
words/images Judith Ecochard
Founded by British surfers/footwear designers,
Cushe® footwear is just that-cushy- and is divided up into three categories-Universal Traveller, Coastal Supremacy, and Urban Safari...ALL focused on the details.
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| Northern Euro Alpine inspired-thermal fleece lining, APLINE FERN- Wolverine performance suede= waterproof, oversized toe bumper, ergonomically shaped footbed/molded EVA $185 |
When we think of this label-that we have been covering for a bunch of years-impressive, hands down standouts- are the creative designs -stylish and very fun, plus eco-minded materials---and for Fall 2012-lots of waterproof, rugged outdoor minded options.
Starting off-the ALLPINE-pull on boots for women.
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| slip-resistant/sticky pine cone design outsole-one of several signature Cushe custom moulded rubber |
Foot-On Futon-"...designed to be your inside out boot..."
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| Quilty Conscience- $180 premium waterproof full grain leather and suede.+felt textile. |
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| thermal fleece |
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| toe bumper for added protection |
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| moulded EVA in-sock for added underfoot comfort-side zip for easy on/off |
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| moulded rubber with unique Cushe futon tread design |
CUTE---
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| Quilty Pleasures-Wolverine performance waterproof suede, thermal fleece, moulded EVA in-sock comfort, available in black suede too |
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| $135 |
WILDRUN MID (and WILDRUN LEATHER)-is ankle high outdoor inspired bootie-an easy height to wear, imo---made with nubuck or suede stretch lycra collar for a secure fit-and ventilated mesh lining and grippy
Vibram® rubber outsole.
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| Moulded EVA with memory foam-molds to your feet |
Men's Universal Traveller options-including the pictured Baja Igloo ($160) and Baja Black Sheep ($150)-designed for "life after shred"-----remind us of the snowboard boots we used in the 90's. Waterproof leather and thermal fleece lined...with the same Cushe™ moulded EVA with memory foam midsoles...and insoles of moulded EVA with Poliyou---protective toe bumps
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| Baja Black Sheep |
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| moulded Vibram rubber outsole with unique 2-color footprint tread |
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| Baja Igloo |
Urban Safari---goes well while riding the subways---as well as the byways---old school/retro styling.
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| Chuck Taylor-like- Sneaky Feeling with premium full grain leather, suede and canvas, lining of breathable mesh, moulded EVA in-sock, |
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| $110---and fyi-low cut version too=Sneak Around $100 |
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moulded rubber outsole with unique "Lazyboy" sole tread
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Re-introduced, the CUSHE SLIPPER Glow-lightweight, no lacing...great grabby treads-honey comb pattern is like little pillows on your feet. In soles-are so supportive---
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| Double gusseted foot opening |
Women's Cushe Slippers-available in five colors included this nice casual faded purple...
collapsible-easy pack. Zero degree pitch.
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| Premium canvas textile, breathable canvas lining...microfiber in-sock $50 |
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| moulded Manuka Honeycomb rubber outsole with unique design cushions the pressure points |
How emblematic of Cushe is this....? the SURF SLIPPER LOAFER DELUX $95 (also available in a quilted version made of recycled "Climate" nylon $80)
A shoe? A slipper?---premium upper, ventilated mesh upper lining with full leather sock, moulded rubber with "Manuka Honeycomb" grip outsole. As comfy as your fav/fit your feet perfectly sandals...
And style-nice contrast stitching details...and that laid back personified logo.
INFO:
http://www.cushe.com
