JOHN LOBB | For the First Time in 16 Years, the Year Model is a Boot: "JOHN LOBB 2012" Arrives

Available in two suede colors and two calfskin leathers, the four-color, two-material range is also unusual for an anniversary model.

The Appeal of the "JOHN LOBB 2012" Anniversary Model

On October 25th, the feast day of Saint Crispin, patron saint of shoemakers,John Lobbunveiled its latest annual anniversary model, "JOHN LOBB 2012," released simultaneously worldwide since 1996. This year's model is a striking departure from the traditional image of anniversary editions, presenting a novel boot design that demands attention.

Text by KAJII Makoto (OPENERS)Photographs by JAMANDFIX

The First Boots in the 16-Year History of the Anniversary Model!

The "JOHN LOBB 2012" anniversary model is offered in two materials and four colors: two shades of suede and two of calfskin leather. The design draws inspiration from a single leaf, with the side top of the boot sculpted to resemble one.

Dark Brown Suede

Loden Green Suede

Special skin stitching is employed to ensure that the seams are inconspicuous and do not overlap towards the heel. This not only contributes to a smooth fit but also evokes the delicate lines of leaf veins, creating an elegant silhouette characteristic of John Lobb.

Additionally, hand-sewn stitches are subtly incorporated on both the inner and outer sides of the shoe, reinforcing the opening and showcasing exceptional craftsmanship.

Black Misty Calf

The suede material, a particular highlight of this anniversary model, features a fur lining—a first for John Lobb. We highly recommend experiencing the tactile sensation of the suede and fur firsthand.

This unique model represents a fusion of John Lobb's heritage as a bootmaker, its technical prowess, and its commitment to innovative, contemporary design.

Dark Brown Misty Calf

The "JOHN LOBB 2012" Anniversary Model
Release | October 25, 2012 (Thursday)
Last | 7000B
Color/Material | Loden Green/Dark Brown Suede, Black/Dark Brown Misty Calf
Sole | Suede models feature October soles; Misty Calf models feature Prestige single leather soles.
Price | ¥231,000 (includes shoe trees)

John Lobb Japan
Tel. 03-6267-6010
http://www.johnlobb.com/jp