Design, design, design

When using ostrich leather for manufacture, I do believe that the product design should enhance the ostrich leather. Ostrich leather is a prestigious leather and is expensive compared to commercial leathers like bovine.

The photo below is a good example of a balanced design (courtesy of FAITH FOOTWEAR). The shoe sole form flows into the upper. The ostrich quill is introduced subtly on the upper and the sock is made from plain ostrich leather. The Winter White, Emporium Blue and Black sole colours works well together.

The photo below is a good example of a balanced quill design (courtesy of PIRMA AFRICA). It is critical that quill pattern is balanced and spread in the correct places. The larger quill placed in front of the boot (soccer ball contact area). The soft contrast of the quill also does allow the product not to be too "busy"