Abc. Diemme Boot
These Opalized hiking boots are the product of a true collaboration. Each pair, made in the mountains of Italy, requires an immense amount of manufacturing skill. The boots are comprised of a rough furry suede upper, pebbled leather collar, custom hardware, signature pull-tabs and authenticity hologram on the heel which altogether gives these a durable and simultaneously luxurious feel. The custom printed opal gems feature a custom made transparent holographic overlay which allows for them to appear as if they are real jelly opals. It’s an illusion you need to see in person. This process can also be found on the footbed insert where a cracked earth graphic reveals more jelly opal. It’s the idea of being fully grounded even with shoes on. We then sewed the holographic material on top of the insole, and then put cobranding on top of that. Conceptually the earth tones make it appear as though the opals are embedded in their natural rock habitat. Pre-mined gems. Another aspect is the color inspiration from a classic pair of Timberlands. We enjoyed the balance of this juxtaposition for creating something uniquely new.
