The History of Feet: The Industrial Revolution & Mass-Produced Shoes

Imagine a world where your shoes weren’t distinctively left or right—yeah, that actually happened before this time. Thankfully, we welcomed the Industrial Revolution, when footwear went mainstream, becoming accessible, comfortable, and finally shaped properly.

Mass Production: Industrial Shoemaking

Before factories and assembly lines, shoes were custom-made and pricey. The Industrial Revolution changed all that, making footwear affordable for everyone and went as viral as current TikToks.

Left, Right, Thank Goodness!

Believe it or not, shoes weren’t always ergonomically designed. The introduction of left and right shoes was a literal game-changer—like finally finding the right Netflix series after hours of scrolling. Your feet finally got the personalized fit they deserved.

Rubber Soles & the Sneaker Revolution

Rubber soles transformed the footwear landscape entirely, paving the way for sneakers. Before Yeezys and Air Jordans became streetwear staples, rubber-soled shoes offered unparalleled comfort and performance, forever changing the way we walk, run, and flex our style.

So, next time you tie up those kicks, thank the Industrial Revolution for saving you from wearing potato-shaped shoes and giving your soles the comfy cushioning they deserve (a mission we proudly continue at Groov).

Stay Groovy,

Santiago

Resident Groover