Dr. Scholl’s Shoes X Free People Launch Collaboration
The new collection introduces two unique styles that encapsulate the essence of personality and self-expression.
The new collection introduces two unique styles that encapsulate the essence of personality and self-expression. Dr. Scholl’s Shoes marks its 100th year by joining forces with Free People to launch an exclusive footwear collaboration, blending the timeless appeal of both brands with the spirit of festival season.
“Dr. Scholl’s and Free People are brands that celebrate self-expression,” said Kevin Braun, designer, Dr. Scholl’s Shoes. “The Original Sandal’s iconic look embodies nostalgia that resonates with Free People’s vintage-inspired aesthetic. Together we have created looks that evoke individuality, style, and the pursuit of effortless comfort. The creative use of color and material, as well as custom designed hardware, make this collaboration one-of-a-kind.”
Dr. Scholl’s and Free People have reimagined the classic Original Sandal, infusing it with a fresh and festival-ready vibe that’s perfectly in sync with the bohemian essence of Free People’s spring apparel. This design features a saturated indigo sole paired with a raw denim strap, frayed for added texture, epitomizing comfort and rugged charisma.
Conversely, the second style offers a softer, more feminine touch with the vintage-inspired Original Sandal in eyelet fabric. This variant exudes a sweet, romantic vibe, featuring an eyelet fabric strap atop a bleached wood sole, creating a perfect harmony of softness and sustainability. Each pair is distinguished by surprise geometric print linings and sun and star-shaped hardware, encapsulating the essence of festival days and nights.
Highlighting their commitment to sustainable fashion, each sandal boasts a handmade artisanal wood clog sole made from beechwood certified by the Forest Stewardship Council. This reflects a dedication not only to style and comfort but also to environmental responsibility.
Jack Reynolds, chief marketing officer of Free People, expressed enthusiasm about the partnership, noting, "It's an honor for Free People to partner with Dr. Scholl’s and celebrate their 100th anniversary. Both teams collaborated closely to create this vintage-inspired exclusive collection. Combining heritage pattern linings and vintage-dyed woods with unique hardware and detailing all on an iconic sandal, the result is a retro kitsch, city cool style we know our customer will be very excited about!”
