INNOVATING FOR TOMORROW
Like the mythological tales that inspire us, every innovation at IKO:NOTT is a quest.
A quest to push boundaries, transform materials, and invent a fairer future.
Our ambition: to design sneakers that combine comfort, performance, and reduced impact on the planet.
Because innovation is only worthwhile if it serves both ethics and the experience of those who wear our shoes.
ALGAE, A UNIQUE MATERIAL
Seaweed is finding its way into our sneakers. It makes up 75% of our Phénix soles. This seaweed, created by human pollution, suffocates marine life.
It is dried, turned into flakes, then combined with recycled plastic to create a lightweight, springy, and breathable sole. A first in France.
- A responsible resource: harvested to preserve the oceans, seaweed replaces some of the plastics derived from petroleum.
- Natural comfort: increased cushioning, flexibility, and lightness for your feet.
- Reduced carbon impact: by making use of an abundant resource, we are transforming an ecological problem into a sustainable solution.
At IKO:NOTT, we believe that the ocean can be a source of inspiration and... innovation!
It is dried, turned into flakes, then combined with recycled plastic to create a lightweight, springy, and breathable sole. A first in France.
- A responsible resource: harvested to preserve the oceans, seaweed replaces some of the plastics derived from petroleum.
- Natural comfort: increased cushioning, flexibility, and lightness for your feet.
- Reduced carbon impact: by making use of an abundant resource, we are transforming an ecological problem into a sustainable solution.
At IKO:NOTT, we believe that the ocean can be a source of inspiration and... innovation!
THE MEMORY FOAM INSOLE
We have developed an innovative insole, designed in collaboration with a podiatrist and awarded a prize at the 2024 Concours Lépine, to adapt to every foot shape.
- Personalized comfort: like memory foam pillows, the insole molds to the foot thanks to body heat.
- Optimal protection: protects your joints and reduces fatigue.
- Proven durability: tested in real-life conditions, it retains its properties over time. Its cork base makes it antibacterial and moisture-resistant.
Because a sneaker shouldn't just last: it should also keep you comfortable, day after day.
It's in all our sneakers.
- Personalized comfort: like memory foam pillows, the insole molds to the foot thanks to body heat.
- Optimal protection: protects your joints and reduces fatigue.
- Proven durability: tested in real-life conditions, it retains its properties over time. Its cork base makes it antibacterial and moisture-resistant.
Because a sneaker shouldn't just last: it should also keep you comfortable, day after day.
It's in all our sneakers.
CERTIFIED LABELS
At IKO:NOTT, innovation is not limited to materials and design: it is also based on international certifications that guarantee traceability and reliability.
- GRS (Global Recycled Standard): certifies the recycled and verified origin of our materials.
- OEKO-TEX: ensures that no substances harmful to health are present.
- FSC: guarantees sustainable management of natural resources.
These certifications reflect a clear commitment: to offer responsible, traceable sneakers that respect both your health and the planet.
- GRS (Global Recycled Standard): certifies the recycled and verified origin of our materials.
- OEKO-TEX: ensures that no substances harmful to health are present.
- FSC: guarantees sustainable management of natural resources.
These certifications reflect a clear commitment: to offer responsible, traceable sneakers that respect both your health and the planet.
INNOVATIONS IN MOTION
At IKO:NOTT, research never stops. In our design studio, in the heart of the Fontainebleau forest, we imagine and test every detail to push the boundaries of comfort and sustainability.
New avenues are already being explored:
- New-generation recycled materials.
- Reflection on repairability and circularity.
- Development of an ever more high-performance sole for sports.
Our prototypes then come to life in our workshop in Porto, where craftsmanship and technology meet.
Each model is tested in real-world conditions to ensure durability, comfort, and performance.
Our commitment remains the same: to create high-performance, eco-friendly sneakers that are built to last.
New avenues are already being explored:
- New-generation recycled materials.
- Reflection on repairability and circularity.
- Development of an ever more high-performance sole for sports.
Our prototypes then come to life in our workshop in Porto, where craftsmanship and technology meet.
Each model is tested in real-world conditions to ensure durability, comfort, and performance.
Our commitment remains the same: to create high-performance, eco-friendly sneakers that are built to last.
Innovating with conscience
At IKO:NOTT, innovation isn't about doing more, it's about doing better.
Better for the planet, better for your feet, better for tomorrow.
Better for the planet, better for your feet, better for tomorrow.
