Martin Margiela F/W 2001 - 02 (10) Square Toe Boots in Polished Black Leather Proposal The material shift also provides

The material shift also provides a distinctive look to the garment as the translation renders the fading and wear elements into something that is familiar yet

buttoned chest pockets

and the oversized scaling of the jacket all harken back to a classic rendition of the raglan coat

A blazer from Prada's 2000's production

The silhouette of the suit is streamlined and modern in true Hedi fashion

Martin Margiela F/W 2001 - 02 (10) Square Toe Boots in Polished Black Leather Proposal The material shift also providesAn easily recognizable staple of Martin Margiela's 2001 02 production. These boots are constructed of a rugged yet beautiful burnished suede. It sports its patina wonderfully throughout the exterior. The shape of the boot emulates its references of 1970's campus boots through a slimming of the shaft and toe box. Margiela leans into the peculiarities and uniqueness of construction as there are interesting details that shift the appearance of the shoe.