Designer Jun Takahashi introduces a new set of Paneled Boots to UNDERCOVER in the colorway options of either beige and pink or black and green. The boots are essentially the designer's iteration of an elevated work boot -- it is made from smoother leather materials blended with suede at the upper.
This is then met with some structural contrast at the angular sole unit foundation in a chunky silhouette for a rugged visual overall. The component of the boots that stand out the most is the solt unit. It boasts a raised seam detailing around the toe area and every double stitched piece sits on the soft leather material by the upper traveling through the eyestay and vamp panel.
Elevated Rugged Work Boots
Jun Takahashi Adds Tonal Paneled Boots to the UNDERCOVER Brand
Trend Themes
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Industry Implications
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