Off-White™ Applies Virgil Abloh's "Meteor" Design to Church's Classic Consul Shoe
Not your dad’s black Oxford.
Virgil Abloh may no longer be with us, but his aesthetic influence remains strong throughout Louis Vuitton — as seen in its recent SS23 runway show — and, of course, across his label Off-White™. Now, Off-White™ announces its second collaborative drop with the historic British shoemaker Church’s, presenting the Consul “Meteor.”
This latest installment follows on from March’s inaugural drop, which saw Off-White™ remix Church’s Burwood silhouette from 1953 using its “Question Everything” philosophy. An equally unique approach has been applied to this second collaboration, seeing the Consul — which was originally designed in 1945 — get the now-signature “Meteor” redesign.
As a result, the classic cap-toe Oxford, crafted on Church’s most famous 173 last, now appears with large holes decorating its finely brushed and polished black calfskin leather upper like a smattering of polka dots. The holes serve form and function, following the “Question Everything” ethos while also creating a pair of formal shoes fit for the summer.
A trademark Off-White™ hangtag in green leather is secured to the shoe by a metal rivet, while laces bare the word “SHOELACES” on them in Abloh’s usual manner. Likewise, the tan leather insole combines both parties’ branding.
The Off-White™ x Church’s Consul “Meteor” retails for $1,706 USD and can be bought from the former’s website now. “Special Events” socks meant to be worn with the shoes are also available for $108 USD.
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