Impacto Economico y Cultural del Calzado en Mexico: Entre la Tradicion y la Globalizacion

Abstract

The objective of this study is to identify the main factors that have defined the role of footwear in the economy and culture of Mexico, as well as to propose strategies to preserve its traditional heritage and strengthen its competitiveness in the face of the challenges of globalization. The footwear industry in Mexico comprises a wide variety of inputs in tis manufacture, such as fabrics, plastic, rubber and leather, as well as products; from different types of footwear for men, women and children, to more specialized footwear such as snowboard boots, medical footwear, diabetic footwear and protective footwear, a sector that has been characterized both by the products made in Mexico and by the quality that such footwear represents. The footwear industry is an important pillar of the Mexican economy, especially in regions such as Guanajuato, where much of the production is concentrated. The city of Leon, known as the footwear capital of the world, generates thousands of direct and indirect jobs, from manufacturing to marketing. Culturally, footwear in Mexico is closely linked to identity and traditions. From pre-Hispanic huaraches, made from vegetable fibers or leather, to today’s designs that fuse artisanal techniques with global trends, footwear reflects the country’s history and diversity.