Month: May 2026

SummaryTimberland’s “The Shed” crafted bespoke, all-black leather boots for Public School NY founders at the 2026 Met Gala.The custom design features exaggerated proportions, stacked midsoles, and distinct nickel-plated copper toe guards.“The Shed”, Timberland’s special workshop, crafted custom boots for the Public School New York founders, Dao-Yi Chow and Maxwell Osborne, as they attended the 2026 Met Gala. In addition to dressing the menswear content creator Wisdom Kaye in full Public School, Dao-Yi and Maxwell joined him on the Met steps, sporting the bespoke boots.In all black, aside from the metallic details, the leather boot fits neatly in the Public School NY street-meets-sleek aesthetic. The custom Public School NY pairs are composed of Wickett & Craig vegetable-tanned leather. In a minor update to the silhouette, the 6-Inch boot’s body receives exaggerated proportions, and stacked leather midsoles sit on a Vibram Montagna sole. Most noticeably, the toe features a polished nickel-plated copper guard. View this post on InstagramA post shared by Timberland (@timberland) The two designers made their long-awaited return to NYFW after a 7-year hiatus during the FW26 season, returning to the local streetwear scene they helped cultivate. Their Met Gala appearance in Timberland boots, an NYC favourite, reads as an homage to the city’s distinct style.Timberland’s New Hampshire-based studio is the company’s exclusive prototyping lab where some of the most ambitious and innovative Timberland models live. As of the time of writing, the bespoke design doesn’t have a planned release, but the special collaboration prompts speculation about a future Timberland partnership in the near future.

Zalando is expanding its footwear library with the arrival of the New Balance ABZORB collection. To mark its launch, the retailer serves up a new campaign spotlighting the ABZORB 2000 and 2010 models. Known for its assortment of activations that turn playful concepts into inspiring style, Zalando centers the launch around the humble food truck. Drawing a parallel between the appetites of sneakerheads and foodies, the supporting campaign finds the silhouettes on an alternative menu as individuals queue up to get their hands on a pair. Not forgetting to incorporate a series of fresh fits, the visuals also feature a curation of New Balance garments. Complementing the deep “Violet Crush” heel of the ABZORB 2010 is a soft purple sweatshirt and gingham shorts, while the citrus tones of the New Balance ABZORB 2000 “Limelight” are made the main focus with a pared-back long-sleeved jersey and denim shorts. Continuing to celebrate the launch, Zalando brought the concept to life at an event in its home city of Berlin. At the Haus der Visionäre venue, attendees were able to experience the New Balance ABZORB 2000 and 2010 in a quirky food truck setting with a headline set by DJ Temry. You can now shop the New Balance ABZORB collection at Zalando, with prices starting at €170 EUR (approx. $200 USD).