Autumn 2025: Footwear collaborations reinvent iconic styles

As autumn gets underway, brands are stepping up collaborations to win over consumers. This year, a number of partnerships set the tone with capsule collections that blend style, originality and on-trend appeal.

UGG x Ambush: Californian comfort and Japanese audacity

Californian brand UGG, founded in 1978, has teamed up with Japanese label Ambush, established in Tokyo in 2008 by Yoon Ahn, for a collection inspired by the energy of Shibuya and Tokyo streetwear. Grained leather boots, shearling-lined heels and supple nubuck: each piece combines UGG’s signature comfort with Ambush’s avant-garde aesthetic. Japanese rapper Yuki Chiba embodies the line’s youthful, creative spirit.

The capsule has been available since September 12 on the UGG and Ambush Design websites.

Dr. Martens x Wednesday: gothic revisited

After a successful first collaboration, Dr. Martens opens a new chapter with the series “Wednesday”. This time, the British brand’s iconic models are finished with gothic, creative details. The Jadon features embroidery inspired by the stained-glass windows of Nevermore Academy and a decorated purple sole, while the 1460 pairs black velvet with Nappa Lux leather, finished with the inscription “Outcasts are in”. A mini backpack completes the capsule, featuring circular elements and a dark, refined aesthetic.

The collection will launch on October 8 on the Dr. Martens website and in selected boutiques.

Sorel x Aries: outdoor heritage meets urban luxury

Canadian brand Sorel, founded in 1962, collaborates with London-based label Aries, founded by Sofia Prantera, on the Callsign Horizon capsule. Inspired by the legendary Caribou boot, this edition combines a waterproof Gore-Tex upper, a Vibram sole and a removable gaiter, marrying technical performance with an urban aesthetic. A hoodie and a beanie complete this daring capsule.

Available since September 5 on the Sorel and Aries websites and at selected retailers, the collection showcases the union of functional heritage and gender-neutral luxury.