Shoe Design Basics

Shoe design should be based mainly on the (a)   and the mechanical function of the human foot. 

The second thing to think about should be...

• the intended use of the shoe

• the color of the shoe

• the brand of the shoe

• none of these choices

Finally, ________ should influence the outer appearance of the shoe without sacrificing comfort.​

• style and fashion

• anatomy of the foot

• the brand

• your parents

The (a)   provide structural support for the foot.

One function of the foot is to...

• weigh the bear

• bear the weight of the body

• look nice

• get attention

A big problem with the sandal talked about in the presentation/article was that...

• the sole was made of rubber

• the sole provided uniform support

• the sole did not provide uniform support

• it did not fit correctly

High heels and pointed toes are responsible for...

• double-takes

• fights between couples

• fashion issues

• various foot problems

Low profile shoes (shoes that don't provide enough room in the vertical direction) will

• press the heel of the foot

• press the toenails and the surface of the toes

• make your foot angry

• not be a problem

Is there such thing as a "perfect" shoe?

• YES

• NO

• MAYBE

The design of a shoe has to take into consideration the task for which it will be worn.

• TRUE

• FALSE