Dr Martens × A-Cold-Wall: latest collaboration sees nods to brutalist architecture
After collaborations with Beats by Dre and Mackintosh, A-Cold-Wall returns to team up with Dr Martens for another limited edition, this time of the Rikard eight-eye boot and Rikard three-eye shoe. A-Cold-Wall, the brainchild of Samuel Ross, first worked with Dr Martens on the classic 1461 boot. This time, the fashion label, which finds […]
In brief: Zegna shows latest Triple Stitch Sneaker; Lilysilk débuts spring ’22
Zegna’s new unisex Triple Stitch Sneaker has been updated once again for the latest season, and the design seems more relevant than ever. It’s a shoe that suits leisure, work and travel applications, and complements both formal and casual clothing. There’s even a variety of materials, from canvas and soft suede to grained leather, […]
Dr Martens and Futura Laboratories release latest collaboration
Dr Martens and Futura Laboratories latest collaboration launches February 26 in New Zealand, with two styles, using the shoe brand’s 1460 boot as their canvas. The designs are the 1460 EMB Futura boot in black Nappa leather featuring Futura’s graffiti embroidered in white, and the 1460 Futura boot with an olive fabric upper, leather […]
Vans opens Auckland store with Australasia’s first custom lab
Vans has opened its first custom lab workshop in Australasia, at its newly opened 200 Queen Street branch in Auckland, New Zealand. While the store had its soft opening last December in time for Christmas, February marks its official launch, retailing a full range of Vans footwear, apparel and accessories, for men, women, and […]
A step in the right direction: luxury shoe designer Daniela Uribe embraces inclusivity
Above, from top: The Be Yourself pump, in silver, US$750. Empower Sandal with multi-colour scheme and pink base, US$875. The Love Yourself pump in red and pink, US$695. Together We Can sneaker in black and white, US$755. Unity sling in black and silver, US$695. Daniela Uribe, the Latin-founded and Italian-made footwear brand, launched their […]
Rich Paul and New Balance collaborate on 550 sneaker and apparel line
In the latest collaboration between New Balance and sport agent Rich Paul, the founder of Klutch Sports Group and the boyfriend of singer Adele, a limited-edition, unisex 550 sneaker has been released alongside apparel ranging from athletic-inspired T-shirts and basketball shorts, to full sweatsuits. The collection embodies the message of overcoming difficulties to achieve […]
Dr Martens and Lazy Oaf team up for fourth collaboration
Katie Silvester As Lazy Oaf celebrated its 20th anniversary in 2021, the lifestyle brand founded in a north London garage and standing firm on its anti-fast-fashion principles, marks its fourth collaboration with Dr Martens—a long way from its roots selling painted T-shirts from a single stall in east London. Founder Gemma Shiel notes with […]
Jaden Smith, New Balance launch 574 made from surplus materials
Actor and musician Jaden Smith has teamed up again with New Balance, creating the Jaden 574, made from surplus materials, demonstrating the company’s commitment to sustainability. The silhouette will retail from 10 a.m. on September 17, 2021, at NZ$200, available at newbalance.co.nz. The upper comprises 73 per cent surplus materials, 9 per cent […]
Reebok partners with National Geographic on new collection
Reebok has partnered with National Geographic on a collection, which will retail from September 23, 10 a.m. US EST at reebok.com/national_geographic, with Unlocked members getting early access from September 16. The designs are inspired by National Geographic’s stories, and the range spans footwear for the entire family, including kids’ silhouettes that begin from US$50. […]
MoEa launches sustainable sneakers made from fruits and plants
We can see MoEa’s bio-based sustainable sneakers, made from fruits and plants, being the next big thing in footwear. Fully vegan, fully recyclable, PETA-audited and approved, and handcrafted in Porto, Portugal, each MoEa pair is made from one fruit and one plant that have been turned into wearable materials. The first batch comprises designs […]
