April 14, 2023: Puma and Peloton instructor Alex Toussaint have teamed up on a collection inspired by his “Game Speed” mantra and his hometown of East Hampton, N.Y. The Puma x Alex Toussaint “Game Speed” collection, the athletic brand said in a statement, is designed to “go hard or kick back in any setting with premium training and elevated streetwear looks.” The collection, Puma said, is aligned with Toussaint’s “Feel Good, Look Good, Do Better” and its sustainability-focused First Mile initiative, and consists of performance tanks, hoodies, woven 6-inch shorts, sports bras and more. The range, Puma said, incorporates yarn made from post-consumer plastic and the pieces contain at least 40% recycled material. The Puma x Alex Toussaint “Game Speed” collection ranges in price from $35-$75 and arrives April 15 via Puma.com, the PUMA mobile app and the Puma NYC Flagship store.
April 11, 2023: Chaco Footwear has tapped menswear brand Taylor Stitch to update its bestselling Z/1 Sandal in a limited-edition Navy Waffle colorway. The men’s sandal, which retails for $110, features Taylor Stitch’s signature waffle knit pattern (used in many of its heritage styles) in the custom developed nanoweb upper and is built for anyone who loves the water, the trail, and everything in between. “We’re huge fans of Chaco here at Taylor Stitch, and they’re a mainstay in the summer adventure kit at this point,” Luke McAlpine, senior director of brand marketing and partnerships at Taylor Stitch, said in a statement. “When we started talking with their team about doing something unique together, we couldn’t help ourselves — it felt like a natural fit given we’re both committed to building long-lasting, high-performing products.”
April 11, 2023: For the second year running, Parley for the Oceans has teamed up with Kim Jones, artistic director of Dior‘s men’s collections, on a Beachwear Capsule that reflects their joint desire to move towards a more eco-innovative, sustainable future for fashion. Dior and Parley started an eco-innovative research project in 2019, which has given life to new yarns and fabrics designed from Parley Ocean Plastic, created with upcycled marine plastic debris and fishing gear recovered from coastlines and remote islands around the world. The material was reworked in Dior’s ateliers which was a challenge for the artisans who created high-quality fabrics, such as seersucker, silky knit and a technical fabric punctuated with the Dior Oblique motif adorning the Dior Aqua mini bag. For this collection, there is a range of mix-and-match pieces including shorts, pants, tees, polo shirts and sweaters. A reversible jacket and an openwork tank top with the “Dior” signature complete the collection, which also features a surfboard designed with the Notox brand.
April 11, 2023: Lacoste has teamed up with Netflix to release a new collection celebrating eight of the streaming platform’s most popular shows including “Stranger Things,” “Bridgerton,” “Lupin,” “Money Heist,” “The Witcher,” “Sex Education,” “Shadow & Bone” and “Elite.” The collection features polos, sweatshirts, tracksuits, footwear and more reimagined from the Upside Down to Las Encinas high school with Lacoste’s iconic crocodile disguising as characters. “We are delighted with this collaboration which has resulted in a unique encounter between our two worlds and two global references of creativity and innovation, both with an unparalleled power to bring together communities from all walks of life,” Catherine Spindler, Lacoste deputy CEO, said in a statement. “The collection born from our collaboration is the embodiment of this powerful encounter, of our respective codes, influences and know-how.” The Lacoste x Netflix collection, which retails between $30 and $210, will launch on April 12 in select Lacoste stores and Lacoste.com.
April 11, 2023: Ewing Athletics has teamed up with Mike’s Hot Honey to create a new iteration of the brand’s first cross training shoe, Sport Lite sneaker, which was originally produced in 1993. The limited-edition Hot Honey Sport Lite arrives April 14 exclusively via Ewingathletics.com and Mikeshothoney.com with a $150 price tag. The look is executed in premium white leather and burgundy suede, which Ewing Athletics said is a nod to Amherst Regional and UMass, the high school and college, respectively, of Mike’s Hot Honey founder Mike Kurtz. The collab features gum outsoles (which represents the wildflower honey used in the Mike’s Hot Honey signature recipe), basketball icon Patrick Ewing’s signature on the midsole, the honey brand’s bee branding embroidered on the heel and its main logo on the tongue. It also includes both the Ewing Athletics and Mike’s Hot Honey logos on the insoles, and comes with a set of alternate burgundy laces and a jar of Mike’s Hot Honey inside the shoe box.
April 11, 2023: Pucci and The Webster have come together to curate a day-to-night capsule that exudes psychedelic chic yet remains easily wearable. Created with the guidance of Pucci artistic director Camille Miceli, the 24-piece collection comprises key styles and silhouettes reinterpreted from existing Pucci collections. The emblematic Marmo and Iride prints are rendered in a fresh color palette, with shades of fuchsia and purple electrified by neon green and balanced with black, white, and powdery blue. “We are so thrilled to inaugurate our entrance into the Palm Springs community with the ultimate destination wear brand,” Laure Hériard Dubreuil, founder and CEO of The Webster, said in a statement. “The Iride capsule is so versatile, with so many statement pieces allowing the client to style in many ways, depending on the vibe and occasion they are dressing for. We absolutely love the direction that Camille has concepted; it is so strong and full of life, a great addition to The Webster wardrobe.”
April 10, 2023: Rockport has launched a new collaboration with Joy Cho, founder and creative director of Oh Joy! The collection, dubbed “The Hello, Joy Edit,” features three limited edition women’s styles including the Farrah Heel, Briah Wedge Sandal and Total Motion Adelyn Slingback. “Joy’s shared passion for blending style without sacrificing comfort and ease, a combination she’s coined ‘fancy casual,’ truly made this collaboration the perfect fit for Rockport,” Lisa Laich, chief marketing officer at Rockport, said in a statement. “We’re excited for women to see how the addition of these beautiful designs can effortlessly elevate their everyday outfits and moods.” The first of two capsule collections for 2023, The Hello, Joy Edit x Rockport capsule collection is now available on Rockport.com and exclusively on Macys.com. The second capsule is slated to launch later this year.
April 10, 2023: Dsquared2 is teaming up with the Smurfs for a new co-branded capsule collection. The line, out April 12, includes men’s and women’s ready-to-wear, footwear and accessories made under the Italian fashion brand’s environmentally responsible “One Life One Planet” line. For this line-up, Handy Smurf, Brainy Smurf, Love Smurf, Papa Smurf and Smurfette are drawn with a new Dsquared2 style element — the red maple leaf. The sporty ready-to-wear ranges from bomber jackets, denim, woven shirts, shorts, hoodies and T-shirts. As for footwear, the collaboration features high and low top sneakers constructed in cotton canvas and printed with an all-over design or a single Smurf. The looks are completed with baseball caps and bucket hats in cotton or nylon with Smurfs patches, backpacks and nylon beauty cases, a necklace, an aluminum water bottle and a rubber phone case. The Dsquared2 Smurfs One Life One Planet collection will launch on April 12 at all Dsquared2 stores, website and selected retailers.
April 10, 2023: Bodega has teamed up with Vans — specifically, it’s elevated Vault by Vans label — to create the Chukka Mid-Top Modern Chukka Pack. The new-look OG Chukka LX shoes, Vans said in a statement, were inspired by its Authentic silhouette, and takes the “carefree, sleek style of its predecessor and tacks on a second story to help with ankle support while on the skateboard or board of directors.” The shoes are executed with minimal construction in leather or rough-out suede, and feature porous mesh tongues, rope lace closures with metal aglets, aged metal eyelets with tortoise shell variants on the last rungs and contrasting heel plates in golden yellow. The Vault by Vans x Bodega Chukka Mid-Top Modern Pack arrives April 14 via Bdgastore.com and at the Bodega stores in Boston and Los Angeles.
April 7, 2023: Havaianas has launched a new footwear capsule with Farm Rio. The two Brazilian-born brands have come together once again to launch a new collection of flip flops featuring colorful and vibrant designs, Havaianas said in a statement. The Havaianas x Farm Rio collaboration includes ten different sandal designs, each featuring Farm Rio’s signature prints inspired by various fruits and floral prints on the classic Top style from Havaianas. All styles retail for $38 and are now available for purchase online at Havaianas.com and FarmRio.com and in select stores.
April 4, 2023: Sea Star Beachwear has teamed up with children’s swimwear and resort label Minnow on a capsule collection of “Mommy & Me” shoes and accessories. Inspired by blissful childhood memories of beach trips and balmy vacations, the collection pairs two of Minnow’s signature sun-washed pastel prints on Sea Star Beachwear’s water-friendly styles. The Antique Floral Print is offered in the women’s Cabana Slide, kids Beachcomber Espadrille, and the Skipper Pouch. The Powder Stripe Print is offered in both the women’s and kids Beachcomber Espadrille and the Skipper Pouch. Both the shoe styles and pouch are made in Sea Star Beachwear’s performance neoprene that quick dries in 15 minutes. The Sea Star Beachwear x Minnow collaboration is now available at SeaStarBeachwear.com and Minnowswim.com. The collection will also launch soon at Maisonette, Saks Fifth Avenue, Nordstrom and Airmail.
March 28, 2023: Atmos has teamed up with Salomon Sportstyle for the first time, giving the stylish outdoor brand’s XT-6 silhouette a new look. The “Stars Collide” collaborative XT-6, according to Atmos, is based on the concept of a “celestial collision” and depicts and represents “the bright shining moment when stardust is scattered across the universe.” To pull this off, the shoe features the retailer’s star pattern used on projects in the early-2000s. Online raffle details will be shared via @atmos_usa on Twitter and Instagram, as well as and Atmosusa.com. The launch will take place April 8 in all Atmos stores and online. What’s more, Atmos confirmed it will host a special pop-up at its Shinjuku store in Tokyo from April 3-9.
March 28, 2023: Comme des Garçons has teamed up with Nike to give a new look to the classic Terminator High basketball shoe, which was famously worn by the Georgetown Hoyas in 1985 fresh off of an NCAA championship win the year prior. For the collab, Comme des Garçons Homme Plus kept its take on the shoe close to the original launch, a trio of looks delivered in black, navy and red hues, with matching Swoosh branding and “CDG” and “Nike” across the heels. The sneaker is constructed with premium leather, perforated toe boxes, padded collars and tongues. The shoe arrives April 4 in men’s and women’s sizing, and will retail for $235. It will be sold at all Comme des Garçons and Dover Street Market stores globally, as well as Dover Street Market online stores. A wholesale release via Comme des Garçons’s clients will follow shortly after.
March 27, 2023: The hit preschool entertainment series CoComelon has partnered with Puma to release a special collection of footwear and apparel inspired by the sing-along show’s beloved characters, including JJ, Nina and Cody. The line includes five sneaker styles in both infant and preschool sizing, as well as apparel featuring bold color-blocking, playful patterns and graphics with the CoComelon crew. Retail prices range from $28-$85. Among the shoe styles are the Puma x CoComelon RS-X, the Puma x CoComelon Slipstream, the Puma x CoComelon JJ Suede, the Puma x CoComelon Cody Rider FV, and the Puma x CoComelon Nina’s Cali Star. The collection is available starting March 31 at Kids Foot Locker in the U.S., as well as Puma.com in the U.S. and Canada and the Puma NYC flagship.
March 24, 2023: Slowear has teamed up with Sebago to reinterpret the American footwear brand’s classic boat shoe with a new sustainable feature. Made of super soft and durable natural leather, hammered and hand-sewn, the shoe is combined with a rubber sole comprising 33% production waste for a sustainable focus. The Slowear x Sebago Collection 2 is now available in both Dark Brown and Blue colorways for $275 exclusively throughout the Slowear retail network and at Slowear.com.
March 21, 2023: Sanuk has teamed up with San Diego-based craft brewery Stone Brewing for a limited-edition capsule collection. The earth conscious collaboration features a six pack of classic styles with custom artwork, vibrant Stone Buenaveza-inspired colors and co-branded moments across men’s and women’s summer shoes. Featured styles include the Sanuk Sling ST x Stone women’s sandal, the Sanuk Ashland ST x Stone water-friendly women’s flip flop, the Sanuk You Got My Brew ST x Stone men’s and women’s Sidewalk Surfer, the Sanuk Ziggy ST x Stone water-friendly men’s sandals and the Sanuk Bixby x Stone men’s sandal. “As two brands with synergistic missions and San Diego roots beginning in the ‘90s, teaming up with the good humans at Stone Brewing just made sense,” Katie Pruitt, brand director at Sanuk, said in a statement. The Sanuk x Stone Brewing capsule collection, which retails between $40 and $60, is now available online at Sanuk.com and in store at all Stone Brewing Tap Rooms and select premium retailers.
March 17, 2023: Footwear brand Ground Up International has released a new kid-favorite collection in partnership with Kids Foot Locker and BBC Studios Kids & Family, distributor and licensor for the hit animated series Bluey. The collection is inspired the beloved Blue Heeler pup, Bluey, who’s known for her abundance of energy, imagination, and curiosity. The line, which is available now at Kids Foot Locker stores and Kidsfootlocker.com, consists of two casual sneakers: a canvas laced high-top that retails for $60, and a canvas slip-on priced at $55. Both looks come in toddler sizing and feature characters from the show.
March 15, 2023: Larroudé continues its run on collaborations, this time with Lingua Franca, for a simple slipper adorned with the latter’s signature lowercase script of catchy phrases. The cozy slides come in three color ways, each with a different hand-stitched phrase: Flamingo pink reads “Love Wins” and and ivory version says “Forever Ever,” while a caramel-hued slipper is available as a customizable option. Or match it to one of Lingua Franca’s many scripted knits. The knitwear-focused brand has collaborated with other footwear brands in the past, teaming up with Birkenstock in 2020. The new collaboration is available now on both sites.
March 9, 2023: With its latest collaboration, Bodega has teamed up with Beams and Adidas to show the outside world what the Ivy League aesthetic means to those who have lived with it in their backyard. In a statement, Bodega said the range —dubbed the “Easy Ivy” collection — expands on the traditions put in place by old school ivy with a new school approach. The collection, which Bodega described as “puzzle pieces of classic ivy style” and features the Bodega and Beams “B,” includes khakis, blazers, oxford shirts, athletic apparel and more, all in relaxed fits to counter the more “form fitting assumptions of the style.” As for the footwear, the range includes a new-look Adidas Adimatic. Both the Bodega x Beams x Adidas footwear and the Bodega x Beams apparel arrives March 10 online at Bdgastore.com at 12 p.m. ET on a first come, first served basis. The apparel Collection will also drop in-store at Bodega’s locations in Boston and Los Angeles.
March 9, 2023: Superga has launched a new sneaker collection in collaboration with Japanese designer Teppei Sugaya. Called “Artifact by Superga,” the collection is made of three main lines Mil Spec, Works and Deck. The new Mil Spec collection takes inspiration from U.S. Army classic pieces, such as ‘90s utility trousers and shirts, made with the reverse side of a 100% cotton sateen fabric. In addition, for the first time a tiger-stripe camouflage print has been introduced on the upper. Most vulcanized shoes are made from classic canvas, but the Broken Twill gifts the Works range with a similar durability and an elegant look. The new addition is the yarn-dyed salt and pepper, which was used for the ‘50s French workwear jackets, also known as atelier coats; this season, it is proposed in subtle, sandy and greenish color shades. This season, the Deck range is headed towards a more streetwear direction, taking inspiration from the skaters’ chino trousers from the ‘90s. The chino fabric is composed by a blend of cotton and polyester and it’s proposed in deep forest green, brown and grayish blue, all of them featuring gum colored foxing.
March 7, 2023: As part of its ethos of taking the old and making it new again, California-based denim brand Re/Done has responsibly reimagined Dr. Scholl’s Shoes’ iconic Original Sandal in five new colorways: black and red patent, black and cream leather, and version made from Re/Done’s upcycled denim scraps. The limited-edition footwear capsule collection features some modifications to the classic slip-on sandal, including slightly higher heels, squared toes, redeveloped vintage hardware and thicker straps. And putting sustainability at the forefront, the two brands used handmade artisanal wood clog bottoms made from natural beechwood certified by the Forest Stewardship Council, while the leather is sourced through Leather Working Group-audited factories. The shoes retail for $295 and are available now at Re/Done stores worldwide and select stockists, as well as online at DrSchollsShoes.com and ShopReDone.com.
March 6, 2023: Zegna has teamed up with Norda on a new outdoor collaboration features pieces inspired by the trails of Oasi Zegna’s natural territory, which is now discoverable in Norda’s community-driven directory of the world’s best trail-running locations. The collection itself features an exclusive collection of footwear that incorporates bio-based Dyneema, the fiber reputed to be the world’s strongest, is also lightweight, and water resistant. The collections campaign imagery sees avid trail runners Marlon Patrice, Thea Klaeboe Aarrestad, Koby Pederson, Patrick Stangbye and Adam John put the Zegna x Norda collaboration to the test while discovering and journeying through the unbeaten paths of Oasi Zegna.
March 6, 2023: Sea Star Beachwear has teamed up with Spartina 449 on a new capsule. In the capsule, two of Spartina 449’s prints, the Peeples Song and Queenie, are offered on Sea Star Beachwear’s Cabana Slide and pair back to coordinating Spartina 449 clothing and accessory styles. The collection pays homage to the coastal town of Bluffton, S.C., where Spartina 449 is based. Both the Peeples Song and Queenie are embroidered on Sea Star Beachwear’s Cabana Slide. The Cabana Slide is produced in Sea Star Beachwear’s signature, performance neoprene. The slide has a midsole for maximum support and features a non-slip, non-marking sole. The collaborative Sea Star Beachwear x Spartina 449 Cabana Slide, which retails for $75, are now available on SeaStarBeachwear.com, Spartina449.com, Nordstrom, Zappos and QVC.
Feb. 27, 2023: Sporty & Rich has teamed up with Swedish footwear brand Morjas on a capsule collection of classic Horsebit loafers. The collection features the loafers in three colorways — classic camel, rich pine green and a brightly hued sky blue. According to the company, each loafer is crafted by hand in Almansa, Spain — a region with a tradition of shoemaking dating back to the 18th century. Each pair is produced in 128 individual steps and features a Goodyear welted construction. “I’m extremely proud to be partnering with a brand that I’ve been a longtime fan and customer of,” Emily Oberg, founder of Sporty & Rich, said in a statement. “Morjas values its storytelling and identity as much as its product, which to me is some of the best on the market.” The Sporty & Rich x Morjas capsule is now available at sportyandrich.com.
Feb. 17, 2023: Tod’s has teamed up with Automobili Lamborghini on a collection of luxury leather goods, shoes, apparel, and accessories. The two Italian brands’ new collaboration celebrates Italian craftmanship and tradition as well as technological research and innovation, Tod’s said in a statement. “Tod’s was founded at the beginning of last century by a passionate and visionary artisan,” Stephan Winkelmann, chairman and CEO of Automobili Lamborghini, said in a statement. “About 50 years after, Ferruccio Lamborghini made his dream come true and founded a company moved by the same passion and vision, with a relentless commitment to research and innovation. We are proud of this collaboration that sports an undisputed Italian touch.” Diego della Valle, president and CEO of Tod’s Group, added, “Lamborghini represents the highest expression of design and technical integrity in the automotive industry. The attention to detail, the constant research and innovation are key values for both brands, and truly represent Italian style.”
Feb. 10, 2023: Merrell has announced a collaboration with Jordan Ann Craig, a women’s range that the brand said celebrates Indigenous design and “the world in which this art was meant to traverse.” The lineup, which features bold prints that were created by Craig, includes five footwear selections: the Embark Lace Sneaker, the Embark Sneaker Moc, the Encore Ice 4, the Bravada 2 Demi and the Bravada 2 Mid. The footwear ranges in price from $100 to $160. The collection also includes a beanie, a sweatshirt and a fanny pack. What’s more, Merrell said it is supporting the Fort Robinson Outbreak Spiritual Run with a $45,000 donation toward the 2024 run. Also, $3 from each item sold in Craig’s collection will benefit next year’s run.
Feb. 10, 2023: For the first time, renowned boutique retailer Packer has teamed up with Clarks Originals to reimagine the iconic Wallabee silhouette. The collab, according to Packer, combines its “continued exploration of material execution possibilities” with the heritage and “timeless familiarity” of Clarks. The shoes will drop in two colorways, maple and pink, and are executed with premium embossed croc pattern uppers that sit atop the classic classic crepe outsoles. Also included are two sets of laces, waxed cotton and rope, and tonal cobranded croc pattern fobs. The Packer for Clarks Originals Wallabee “Croc” in maple and pink arrives Feb. 10 exclusively at Packer at its two New Jersey locations — Teaneck and Jersey City — and online at 11 a.m. ET online via Packershoes.com Retail price is $220.
Feb. 10, 2023: Sebago has teamed up with Philosophy di Lorenzo Serafini on a new capsule collection centered on the footwear brand’s signature penny loafer style. Crafted from black or burgundy brushed leather, the loafers are embellished with contrasting stitching in neon shades of pink and yellow, while the PLS logo is printed in gold on the back of the shoe. “Loafers have always been present in my wardrobe,” said Serafini. “I’m very happy of this collaboration with Sebago. I think that it perfectly reflects my idea of style: essential, timeless yet always peppered by a fun, unexpected touch.” The Philosophy di Lorenzo Serafini x Sebago capsule is now available at philosophyofficial.com, as well as at the Philosophy di Lorenzo Serafini boutiques in Rome and at selected retailers around the world.
Feb. 9, 2023: Kane Footwear has teamed up with luxury fitness club Equinox for a collaboration on the active recovery footwear brand’s Revive shoe. The new Kane x Equinox Revive retails for $90 and available now via Kanefootwear.com and Equinox.com. The sustainable look is washable, quick drying and durable, and is built with Kane’s RestoreFoam that is made from renewable Brazilian sugarcane. Also, it includes three swappable hang loops.
Feb. 3, 2023: Lugz and Bazooka Bubble Gum — which celebrated its 75th anniversary last year — have teamed up on a limited-edition collection, which employ the footwear brand’s Colorado boot for men and the Zoya style for women. Lugz, which turns 30 this year, and Bazooka Bubble Gum will release the boots Feb. 3, which is National Bubble Gum Day. Both looks are executed in Bazooka Bubble Gum pink, and the shoes include dual-branded logos on the tongue and an embossed Bazooka logo on the heel. For the packaging, the two came together to design a dual-branded box executed in Bazooka’s red, white and blue packaging — made to resemble the wrapper — and the tissue paper inside features several of the gum brand’s classic comics. The Lugz x Bazooka Bubble Gum boots are available now exclusively via Lugz.com.
Jan. 19, 2023: Foot Locker and Champs Sports are launching a limited-edition footwear collection inspired by Marvel’s X-Men. This collection, created in collaboration with Marvel, will be limited to Foot Locker and Champs Sports beginning Friday, Jan. 24 at 10 a.m. ET. The styles come from Diadora, using the Italian brand’s Magic Basket silhouette and its signature N9002 model. Key characters such as Wolverine, Phoenix and Storm are featured in the line, seen in red and black calfskin uppers as well as electric blue. The sneakers retail from $110 to $130 in adult sizes.
Jan. 12, 2023: Ugg has teamed up with Madhappy on an optimistic new capsule collaboration. The line revamps Ugg’s hit Classic Ultra Mini Boot with Madhappy’s signature stitching and optimistic peace signs, cast in its staple beige, tan and black colorways — as well as a pastel pink and light blue style. Aiming to show “softness as a superpower,” the cozy set maintains comfort through its signature rounded toes, Uggplush wool blended lining and lightweight Ugg Treadlite soles. All three Ugg x Madhappy pairs will launch on Madhappy’s website on Jan. 19, with release on Ugg’s website — and its Fifth Avenue flagship store in New York City — on Jan. 26.
Jan. 10, 2023: APL has released its second collection with McLaren Automotive. The range of luxury sneakers include new colorways of the APL McLaren HySpeed model, which first debuted in August. New colorways in this drop include Magenta and Pristine; Pristine, Tan and Midnight; and Black and White. “We were inspired by the ‘Wizards of Woking,’ and as an homage, we at APL created and applied unique mixtures of texture and color to the HySpeed for the newest release,” said APL co-founders Adam and Ryan Goldston in a joint statement. The 2023 APL McLaren HySpeed retails for $450 and is now available at AthleticPropulsionLabs.com and at APL’s flagship store at The Grove in Los Angeles.
Jan. 9, 2023: For a third time, Ugg has teamed up with Chinese fashion designer Feng Chen Wang for a new collection. This time around, the co-branded capsule debuts a mix of bold, hybrid apparel styles in core Ugg materializations alongside updated footwear. Items include a hoodie and matching pants inspired by the dualism of yin and yang, a long coat and short jacket and a beanie. For footwear, the Ugg x Feng Chen Wang line features a sandal designed with a cozy UGGplush boot liner that can be worn together or separately for three-in-one functionality and retails for $325. The Ugg x Feng Chen Wang collection is now available for purchase.
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Dec. 9, 2022: Stetson has teamed up with artist Matt McCormick on a handcrafted western-inspired Chelsea boot along with six limited-edition Fender Telecaster electric guitars. “I always wanted a boot with a western feel that could exist seamlessly in the city, as well as the outdoors,” said McCormick in a statement. “It straddles two worlds in a way I’m always trying to.” As a part of this launch, The John B. Stetson Company, in conjunction with The Bulova Stetson Fund, has made a donation of $10,000 to Education Through Music-Los Angeles, which partners with under-resourced schools to provide music as a core subject for all children, utilizing music education as a catalyst to improve academic achievement, motivation for school, and self-confidence. Both the Chelsea boot, which retails for $350, and limited-edition guitars ($3,000) are now available for purchase at Stetson.com.
Dec. 8, 2022: Famed sneaker designer Frank Cooke has teamed up with Saucony on a limited-edition Jazz 81, which will be sold exclusively via APB. According to a statement from APB, the project was initiated to expand collaboration and design opportunities by Saucony’s “Concrete Flower” team, which is an employee resource group committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. The collaboration, the statement said, was inspired by Cooke’s childhood and his history with the silhouette, which was “a shoe of choice due its affordability and accessibility.” The Frank Cooke x Saucony Jazz 81 — which is limited to 750 pairs — is executed with premium suede details with hits of pink and violet on a black base. Also, it includes personal nods to the importance of the silhouette, such as a handwritten note on the insole that APB said is attributed to “7th Grade Cooker” asking his parents for the shoe. In addition to the sneakers, there will be a limited apparel capsule with T-shirts and hoodies. The Saucony x Frank Cooke Jazz 81 launches Dec. 9 via APB both online at APBstore.com and in APB locations (Tallahassee, Fla.; Jacksonville, Fla.; Greenville, S.C.; Columbia, S.C.; and Charleston, S.C.). The shoe will retail for $100.
