Dr. Martens embarked on its first-ever collaboration with Japanese streetwear giant Wacko Maria to create a collection based on both brands’ mutual love of music and counterculture. The brands’ partnership combines Dr. Martens‘ timeless silhouettes with Wacko Maria’s striking usage of animal print to create something new and inventive entirely.
In a clip posted to Dr. Martens’ Instagram account, two models showcase the highly-stylish new shoes. On their feet, the pair have laced up two remixed versions of their 1461 Oxfords cast in wild leopard print.
Both the white and black and tan and black 1416 styles feature textural uppers with sleek black lace-up closures, pointed toes, thick black rubber soles and Dr. Martens’ iconic yellow stitching. Each silhouette is vaguely retro and preppy, turned on its head thanks to the addition of animal print.
Accompanying the teaser, Dr. Martens launched a webpage linking audiences to their newsletter to be notified when the highly-anticipated collaboration drops. Through your browser, you can fill in your email and specify which types of drops you’d like to hear about in the future.
The collection is set to drop on Aug. 4 at 8 a.m. BST, PST and JST and will be available on their website. Both styles will retail for $160.
About the Author:
Amina Ayoud is an Assistant Digital Editor for Footwear News, where she writes stories about everything from celebrity style to breaking fashion and shoe releases. Ayoud cultivated a love of all things fashion early in life thanks to a deep love of fashion history and the luxury industry. In her free time, Ayoud is a self-proclaimed fashion nerd and thriftaholic.
Related:
Best Loafers for Men
Best Loafers for Women
