Even those who aren’t familiar with Keith Haring’s name are familiar with his work. His art is everywhere. On t-shirts. On the side of buildings. Chairs, keyrings and badges. And now Dr. Martens’ boots and shoes. As part of a series of collaborations with radical artists, DM’s are shining a spotlight on Haring’s legendary artwork.
The New York-based artist’s colourful, cartoonish graphics were deep-rooted in social activism. His publicly-minded pieces questioned authority whilst being accessible and upbeat. There was always more than met the eye. And there still is. An artist who spent his life fighting for the oppressed and against convention, the prolific artist’s legacy continues to make waves. In our first collaboration, we pay tribute to an individual who lived the DM’s mindset every single day.
1460 boots
The Original silhouettes are printed with Haring’s instantly recognisable illustrations, and detailed with two bright character lace charms. The 1460 boot is built from Smooth leather enhanced with black graphic detailing across the upper. Complete with a strip of his bold, colourful figures graphic on the heel.
1461 shoes
1461 shoes
The two 1461 shoes are made from Smooth leather and decorated with his staple designs — the first a nod to his ‘angelic baby’ designs with white colouring, and the second is an all-over print featuring Haring’s iconic characters.
Black kids 1460 boots
Finishing off the collaboration is a black kids 1460 boots. Constructed from soft Hydro leather, it’s printed with his classic bat graphic and features a cartoon dog on the lace charm and an illustrated sock liner.
The collection is available in select stores and at drmartens.com.
