Blog

The footwear industry is undergoing a major shift. Overproduction, poor labor conditions, and environmental concerns have made mass manufacturing unsustainable. As costs rise and values change, both brands and consumers are shifting toward a more responsible model: footwear manufacturing focused on quality rather than volume. Why Mass Production No Longer Works Mass-produced shoes have dominated the market for decades. However, low costs came at a price of poor materials, weak construction, and short product life cycles. These shoes often fall apart within months, thus creating waste and financial loss. The US Environmental Protection Agency reports that over 300 million pairs...

There’s a reason we don’t rush things at COMUNITYmade. When you’re creating something that’s meant to last—something that feels personal and real—you tend to take your time. You listen closely, you get your hands dirty, and you work side by side with people who care just as much as you do. That’s how we’ve always done it here. And honestly, we wouldn’t have it any other way! Every pair of bespoke shoes we make starts with a spark—an idea, a sketch, a vision from a designer or brand that we help bring to life. But from that first line on...

When you grab a new pair of tennis shoes at the store, the last thing on your mind is international trade tensions. But behind the scenes, ongoing US-China trade wars have quietly raised the price of everything from sneakers to sandals. These import taxes on shoes and shoe materials continue to influence how your footwear is made and how much you pay at checkout. The Tariff Price Tag on Your Shoes Tariffs are essentially taxes on imports, and since 96% to 99% of shoes sold in the US come from abroad, nearly every pair will be affected. President Trump launched...