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🖖Why ILYSM Tabi Sneakers?
Not like the others
Inspired by traditional Japanese Tabi socks and designed by alumni of Yeezy and Proenza Schouler, the ILYSM Tabi is the most comfortable statement shoe you’ve ever met. Its distinctive split-toe design is great for socially distancing your big toes from your other toes, and for setting yourself apart from the crowd.
Better for your feet
A conscious choice
Supports emerging artists
🖖 Details
Materials
Sizing
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Silk Tabis
Upper: 25% recycled polyester, 36% polyester, 20% viscose, 14% spandex, 5% silk
Interior Lining: biodegradable UMORFIL Beauty Fiber, a collagen-infused yarn suitable for next to skin wear, even for sensitive skin!
Insole: Felted Australian merino wool top for next-to-skin softness. Two layers of recycled foam: a base layer of high-density foam for support, and a midlayer of springy foam for cushioning in a low-drop design.
Sole: Semi-transparent rubber for range of motion, traction, durability and comfort.
Vegan Tabis
Upper: 44% polyester, 27% tencel, 17% spandex, 12% recycled cotton
Interior Lining: Tencel lyocell, from renewable wood pulp via sustainable processes
Insole: New and improved soft and flexible removable insole with a two layers of high and medium density recycled foam for cushioning and support.
Sole: Opaque matte black rubber for range of motion, traction, durability and comfort.
Metal Tabis
Upper: 68% polyester, 14% recycled polyester, 18% spandex
Interior Lining: Tencel lyocell, from renewable wood pulp via sustainable processes
Insole: New and improved soft and flexible removable insole with a two layers of high and medium density recycled foam for cushioning and support.
Sole: Semi-transparent white rubber for range of motion, traction, durability and comfort.
Our Tabi Sneakers run true to size. If you size down, your foot will likely "fit" due to the upper's ability to stretch, but you may experience rubbing at the heel.
FAQ
What is a tabi?
The tabi is a style of footwear with a split toe that dates back to 15th Century Japan when it was originally designed as a split-toe cotton sock to be worn with geta, or wooden sandals. Our tabi is an eco-friendly take on a time-honored classic, with all the comfort and style of a modern shoe.
Do I have to wear socks with my tabi?
We designed our tabi sneakers so that they could be worn barefoot. Our insole and lining materials have anti-microbial properties, and the insole is removable so you can throw the shoe (minus insole) into the wash to freshen them up. For those of you that cannot go without socks, we make those!
How do I take care of my tabis?
It’s super easy - just throw 'em in the washing machine! We made sure that the insole is removable and hand washable as a first line of defense when it's time to clean your tabis. After you’ve removed your insole, place your whole shoe in the wash - treat it like a sweater. Wash on delicate cycle in cold water. We recommend a gentle detergent and tumble dry on low or air dry in a warm, sunny place.
What are your tabis made out of?
The vegan tabis are either knit from recycled water bottles or polyester and elastic. The silk tabis are made with a blend of recycled polyester, viscose, and silk yarn. All of our tabis are 3d-knit.
Shipping
Returns or exchanges are accepted within 30 days of delivery in a like-new, unworn condition. Please try on your tabis indoors on smooth clean surfaces.
About Us
About ILYSM
ILYSM is a sneaker brand and digital community-driven platform whose mission is to support an ecosystem of artists and elevate new talent.
We believe that sneakers and fashion can be a vehicle to connect everyday objects and experiences with artistic expression.
Our Community
We’re taking a community-first approach; designing, manufacturing, and selling sneakers and beautifully made things while working to empower artists. We bring balance and purpose to every step you take with beautiful materials, functional integrity, innovative technology, and sustainable practices.
Wanna work together?
You can support us in a few different ways. Are you an individual? Check out our tabi sneakers, or tell your friends about us! Are you a nonprofit, brand, or corporation that would like to collaborate? Let's talk!
Wanna be friends? Email us: DM@ILYSM.COM
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United StatesSo you asked for my opinion lol here it is brutally honest! I ordered lavender paid for shipping never received my original order. I reached out twice to be told my purchase was unavailable now most websites don’t allow for purchase of items that aren’t available. So I settled for green which are just meh because I wanted lavender I recently had spinal surgery and need stylish comfy shoes , and I was offered nothing for their oversight, now had I not reached out twice , when would they discovered they didn’t have my item but didn’t hesitate to charge my card. So I’m over it not a fan I have original tabi boots but they have a heel unfortunately I may never wear heels again because I suffer with a condition. Anyway not my favorite color but settled
United StatesAlthough, it has taken a very long time to receive the merchandise I purchased, and it seems (based on media) that celebrities and influencers are receiving their merchandise before me the plain customer. I understand that covid has adversely effected businesses (including this one), and I like how this company has made grass roots efforts to support the arts and artist. Art is a true freedom of speech and expression through a multitude of works (whether it is fashion, music, sculpturing, writing, or even public speech). I am willing to support a company that is willing to support others and their expressions.
they are so freaking comfy and cool looking. i get so many compliments!!!
How it's made
Sustainability
Our engineered knit uppers are produced on Shima Seiki Wholegarment machines, saving 30% of waste material over traditional sneaker upper construction.