MSCHF big red boots

Speaking to Highsnobiety, MSCHF co-founder Daniel Greenberg called the big red boot “a realisation of a specific sort of cartoonish abstraction of a shoe”, ...

The [Raf Simons Ozweegos](https://www.vestiairecollective.com/men-shoes/trainers/adidas-x-raf-simons/ozweego-2/). The [Triple-S](https://www.balenciaga.com/en-gb/men/shoes/triple-s). [Highsnobiety](https://www.highsnobiety.com/p/mschf-big-red-boot/), MSCHF co-founder Daniel Greenberg called the big red boot “a realisation of a specific sort of cartoonish abstraction of a shoe”, adding that it’s “an absurd, simplified form that conveys the idea of ‘BOOT’ without worrying too much about the particulars of realism". It’s a big red boot similar to the ones worn by [Boots](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/M/MV5BMTA1MTUzOTQ2NzdeQTJeQWpwZ15BbWU4MDMxODgzNjIx._V1_FMjpg_UX1000_.jpg), Dora the Explorer’s sidekick, and [Astro Boy](https://static.wikia.nocookie.net/character-stats-and-profiles/images/5/5f/Astro_Boy_%282003%29.png/revision/latest?cb=20170721162251), the manga hero. [MSCHF](https://mschf.com/), the Brooklyn brand known for making footwear that sends folks into a frenzy – [Lil Nas X](https://i-d.vice.com/en/article/n7bgbm/lil-nas-x-pregnant-shoot-controversy)wears them, [Nike](https://i-d.vice.com/en/article/pkg3qy/nike-swim-tayler-prince-fraser-campaign)and [Vans](https://i-d.vice.com/en/article/3kd8wk/vans-old-skool-most-important-shoe)have sought litigation against them – have launched what they’ve appropriately called the big red boot. But they have never been made for real life wear – unless you count the [sinister work](https://i.pinimg.com/originals/fc/21/92/fc2192f5b4d1eba19071db4457c2ff36.jpg)of cosplayers.

They were created in collab with Mschf, the brand that gives zero fucks in the world of footwear. As well as the Nas Nikes, there's been a pair of wavy “coke ...

At [Loewe](https://www.gq-magazine.co.uk/fashion/article/dan-levy-loewe-grass-sneakers) there were shoes sprouting grass. [JW Anderson](https://www.gq-magazine.co.uk/fashion/article/jonathan-anderson-interview-gq-style-2022) sent models down the runway in frog-shaped rubber shoes at its latest show. As well as the Nas Nikes, there's been a pair of wavy “coke white” [sneakers](https://www.gq-magazine.co.uk/gallery/best-trainers-releases-week-nike), and a pair of “wavy babies" made in [collaboration with Tyga](https://www.gq-magazine.co.uk/fashion/article/mschf-wavy-baby-trainers-vans), which you wouldn't be able to walk in. They were created in collab with Mschf, the brand that gives zero fucks in the world of [footwear](https://www.gq-magazine.co.uk/tags/shoes). [Lil Nas X's satanic Nike](https://www.gq-magazine.co.uk/fashion/article/lil-nas-x-nike-satan-shoes) kicks? "Big Red Boots are REALLY not shaped like feet, but they are EXTREMELY shaped like boots."

MSCHF is in the news again with its new product – Big Red Boots – inspired by the anime character Astro Boy, and if you're planning to make them yours, ...

[ opined](https://twitter.com/wellnesssbritt/status/1623190893443391489): “Them Big Red Boots ugly, but I know you going to buy them! The collection will go live at 11 am ET. Unlike the fictional pair that has built-in weapons and powers, the life-size red boots by MSCHF do not harness any special abilities. [said](https://twitter.com/Czar_Mo/status/1623205404556644354) one. [ announcement](https://www.instagram.com/p/CoSfsWoqyLx/) regarding the launch of its new collection notes that the big red boots were created for a “cool 3D world”. [ Sneaker News](https://sneakernews.com/2023/02/06/mschf-big-red-boot-astroboy/), a pair of MSCHF Big Red Boots is priced at $350.

“The Big Red boot is a realization of a specific sort of cartoonish abstraction of a shoe,” MSCHF co-founder Daniel Greenberg tells Highsnobiety. “In cartoon ...

“From a technical perspective, the BRB pushes the envelope of its single-mold-shell design, simply because it is really large,” Greenberg says. In an era where heads like to standout and be “different” for the sake of social media, you can bet you’ll see a few of these floating around your neighborhood depending on availability. Just yesterday the Oklahoma City Thunder’s star point guard, Shai Gilgeous Alexander rolled up to last night’s highly anticipated game against the LA Lakers in a pair of the MSCHF boots seemingly ready to find out who framed Roger Rabbit or something.

Looking at the current fashion zeitgeist, there aren't many brands pushing the envelope of design, humour and marketing quite like MSCHF who have yet to ...

The exaggerated shape is down to them being designed to be shaped “extremely” like boots instead of being molded around human feet, giving them a cartoon-like, oversized silhouette that’s obnoxious, weird but really cute. Looking at the current fashion zeitgeist, there aren’t many brands pushing the envelope of design, humour and marketing quite like MSCHF who have yet to miss with any of their recent releases. Comprised of a entirely red TPU Rubber Shell as well as an EVA midsole and outsole, the bulbous boot is as simple as it gets yet, at the same time, as mindblowing as it gets.

I hope you're an anime fan, because you might be pretty lost on these otherwise.

You see the point now. Nothing really makes them look good. [February 8, 2023] They’ve also riffed on popular Nike and Vans models that have gotten them in legal trouble. It’s an It’s this company called MSCHF. He’s wearing the shoes the whole time. Right? They’re bad, right? [February 6, 2023] If you’re an OG anime nerd like me, they probably look familiar to you. If you haven’t seen them, don’t worry.

The cartoonish shoes have already drawn comparisons from Astro Boy to Ronald McDonald to Boots from Dora The Explorer.

The shoes also featured a pentagram pendant and a reference to Bible verse Luke 10:18 — “I saw Satan fall like lightning from heaven.” “We do not have a relationship with Lil Nas X or MSCHF. “i think we should all aspire to look like looney tune characters bc none of this is real and fashion should be fun and silly me thinks.” [holy water](https://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/fashion/jesus-shoes-trainers-holy-water-nike-air-max-97-sold-out-mschf-online-shopping-a9149921.html) from the Jordan River in the soles, a crucifix on top of the laces, and were even blessed by a priest. Since then, MSCHF has become known for making controversial footwear, including Lil Nas X’s “Satan Shoes” – which quickly led to a lawsuit filed by Nike. [said](https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/music/news/lil-nas-x-satan-shoes-nike-blood-b1824042.html) in a statement at the time. [alleged](http://go.redirectingat.com/?id=44681X1458326&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgo.redirectingat.com%2F%3Fid%3D44681X1458326%26url%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fwww.nytimes.com%252F2021%252F03%252F28%252Fstyle%252Fnike-satan-shoes-lil-Nas-x.html%26sref%3Dhttps%3A%2F%2Fwww.independent.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fworld%2Famericas%2Fnike-lil-nas-x-satan-shoes-b1824204.html&sref=https://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/fashion/mschf-big-red-boot-astro-boy-b2278621.html) in the lawsuit that MSCHF’s “unauthorised Satan Shoes are likely to cause confusion and dilution and create an erroneous association between MSCHF’s products and Nike.” [sued](https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/nike-lil-nas-x-satan-shoes-b1824204.html) the art collective over a controversial pair of “Satan Shoes” launched in collaboration with rapper and singer Lil Nas X. “them big red boots have to be a social experiment to see how gullible people are,” another person wrote on Twitter, while someone else said: “The size of air pods is getting ridiculous” “Those big red boots are fire to me,” a third user. Even the brand MSCHF referred to their Big Red Boots as “Cartoon boots for a Cool 3D World,” adding, “If you kick someone in these boots they go BOING!” “those big red cartoon boots are cute and i love how unserious they are and want a pair,” said one person on Twitter.