Ryley Ireland

Associate Footwear Designer at Caleres Inc. - Dr. Scholl’s Shoes

As a highly driven and self-motivated individual with a genuine passion for design, I am committed to challenging conventions, exploring boundaries, and seeking innovative solutions. I excel in collaborative environments, embrace diverse perspectives, and am eager to continually expand my knowledge and skills in the field of design.

Hometown: Winchester, VA

Education: Syracuse University 2022, Bachelor’s Degree of Industrial Design (B.I.D) with a Minor Degree in Fashion Design.

Passions: Footwear, Fashion, Furniture, Sustainability, Design for the future, Color, Materials, Technology, Product Innovation, Fishing, Skiing, Hockey, and Music.

1. Do not create something that already exists, create something that should exist.

2. No need for buying new materials, recycle and up-cycle anything around you.

3. Inspiration is everywhere; in front of you, next to you, behind you, above you, below you, nothing is off limits.

4. Do not constrain an idea, even if it is impossible or not feasible, it will always be possible at some point in time.

5. Do not forget where you came from, the biggest advantage of being from somewhere different is how you think, look, and act.

Personal Design Principles

6. Nature has “almost” all the answers.

7. Understand the past history of design and design for the future, not the present.

8. Do not be afraid to explore and experiment with most projects, even if it does not make sense.

9. Disrupt, challenge, experiment, and positively influence.

10. Remember, it is easier than you think, take a breath and believe.