DR. MARTENS & RICK OWENS EXPLORE THE BOUNDARIES: THE LATEST COLLAB. FEATURING DESIGNS FROM 14XX
The collection finally dropped this week, featuring an exclusive outsole from the highly acclaimed Beta Pack – initially unveiled in December 2023.
This longstanding creative alliance between Rick Owens and Dr. Martens, which began in 2021, has resulted in a series of sought-after collections that explore the fusion of Dr. Martens’ iconic silhouettes with Rick Owens’s distinctive lacing techniques and architectural boot designs.
“I LOVE USING OUR COLLABORATION TO CELEBRATE RAW ANDFEROCIOUS SELF- INVENTED ABANDON LIKE THAT OF SISSY MISFIT, BLASTING TECHNO WITH TRANS POWER. DR MARTENS ALWAYS REPRESENTED INSPIRATIONAL SUBCULTURE TO ME AND I LIKE HONOURING THAT TRADITION.” – RICK OWENS
The collection builds on these foundations with an injection of innovation from design incubator, 14XX. The silhouettes stand on the new DMXL sole, which dropped in 2023. Formed from a lightweight EVA compound base with resilient PVC pods, the inflated sole is an exaggerated interpretation of its classic construction counterpart.
It’s on this new platform where the new Dr. Martens x Rick Owens capsule comes alive — first on the 1460 DMXL Megalace boot. The inflated contours of the sole are echoed in exaggerated height across the boot’s upper, extending the size of the tongue. Built from unexpectedly supple Lunar leather to contrast the structure of the boot. Secured with a signature pearl megalace pattern anchored by brushed silver hardware. Pearl extends into the heel loop, signed with Dr. Martens script. The sole is secured with our unmistakable yellow welt stitching.
The collaboration is brought to life by London-based Turkish producer, performer, and DJ, Sissy Misfit. She’s best known for her unique blend of electronic, industrial, hardcore, and pop music – and her innovative sound and conceptual performance style are the perfect pairing for the next creative phase of Dr. Martens x Rick Owens.
Dr. Martens x Rick Owens is available now at drmartens.com.au, rickowens.eu and select partners.
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