Axel Arigato & Bloody Osiris Unveil Retro Sneaker Collaboration Inspired by 1989 American High-Tops

Axel Arigato has launched an exciting footwear collaboration with Harlem-based fashion pioneer Bloody Osiris.

The collaborative effort, launched June 25, introduces two new sporty sneaker silhouettes that marry Axel Arigato’s design DNA and the unique visual aesthetics of Bloody Osiris. These joint offerings include Bloody Osiris Earth Lo, cast in earth-toned cream and olive green, and the Bloody Osiris Sand Hi in neutral brown, sesame and cream shades. Each sneaker features striking co-branding on the tongues and insoles along with sleek lace-up closures and plush rubber soles.

The resulting collection is based on vintage high-top basketball silhouettes from 1989 America, a time period in which Osiris pulls from quite a bit. The sneaker partnership utilizes premium materials, Italian leather, soft nutbuck leather and textural suede, creating a quality sneaker with retro-leaning design.

Founded in Sweden in 2014, Axel Arigato is intrinsically grounded in culture, community and craft. Driven by curiosity, the brand has consistently connected its approach to the rhythm of what is happening in the wider world, looking to an ever-evolving contemporary society for both purpose and inspiration.

“Bloody Osiris is synonymous with subcultural style and has come to influence and define a huge swathe of fashion’s future. Axel Arigato is incredibly excited to work with him-bringing his bold futuristic vision into the footwear DNA of our brand,” said Jens Werner Creative Director of Axel Arigato in regards to the collaboration.

Bloody Osiris has forged himself as an industry-defining cultural figure across the last decade. The creative’s forward-thinking, multi-disciplinary practice has allowed him to collaborate with some of the fashion and culture’s biggest names including Travis Scott, ASAP Rocky and Virgil Abloh.

Axel Arigato x Bloody Osiris’s collection retails for €350/£325/$465 and €365/£340/$485 and is available for purchase now on Axel Arigato’s website axelarigato.com and at select retailers.