Martin Margiela F/W 2001 - 02 (10) Square Toe Boots in Polished Black Leather Proposal buttoned chest pockets

buttoned chest pockets

and the oversized scaling of the jacket all harken back to a classic rendition of the raglan coat

prominent shoulders

The material shift also provides a distinctive look to the garment as the translation renders the fading and wear elements into something that is familiar yet

Martin Margiela F/W 2001 - 02 (10) Square Toe Boots in Polished Black Leather Proposal buttoned chest pocketsAn easily recognizable staple of Martin Margiela's 2001 02 production. These boots are constructed of a rugged yet beautiful burnished suede. It sports its patina wonderfully throughout the exterior. The shape of the boot emulates its references of 1970's campus boots through a slimming of the shaft and toe box. Margiela leans into the peculiarities and uniqueness of construction as there are interesting details that shift the appearance of the shoe.