'This interpretation of the 1460 boot stimulates you to make it your own,' says RafSimons
new collaboration each month for the whole year. The mandate given to designers was to reimagine the boot with their own aesthetic stamp.with A Bathing Ape, and now FASHION can exclusively reveal that the second collaboration is with none other than Raf Simons.
Simons’ interpretation of the boot features a smooth leather upper, nickel rings inspired by the New Romantic/Punk club scene of the 70s, and a dual logo on the ankle cuff. The resulting design is described in a release as “a nod to rebellious punk culture with avant-garde design.
as part of his F/W19 collection. It was a particularly momentous moment given that it was his first show since leaving the American brand. The pair share a deep rooted love of music, art and self-expression, and this latest collaboration only further proves the synergy between them. As for the timelessness of the 146 boot, Darren Mckoy, Dr. Martens global category director of footwear & accessories, explained, “The 1460 is a rare piece of design that transcends trend: having been adopted by youth culture for the last 60 years, the boot has never been affiliated to one particular look, but loved by many for its durability and unique striking looks.”
It’s the boots ability to seamlessly blend into the wardrobes of its wearer that Mckoy believes will help it to continue to stand the test of time over the next 60 years. “As people are looking to decrease their environmental impact, they are looking at true classics that stand the test of time from a style and durability point of view. This means buying fewer things, but cherishing the ones that you have.
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