Fendi Reveals a Very Americana Work Boot With Red Wing for Spring/Summer 2025

Fendi is celebrating its centennial in 2025 with an unexpected collaboration that unites luxury craftsmanship with heritage for Spring/Summer 2025. The Italian fashion house partnered with American footwear brand Red Wing to create a collection of work boots that embody both artisanal excellence and utilitarian strength. As Fendi reaches its one-hundredth year and Red Wing marks 120 years, the two legacy brands are merging their distinct savoir-faire for a footwear piece that is as functional as it is fashion-forward.

"The Red Wing boot, the sporty attitude worn with an evening dress—these shoes are made for walking. They’re made for busy women," Fendi Artistic Director of Accessories and Menswear Silvia Venturini Fendi said in a press release.

At the heart of the collaboration is the Red Wing Heritage Classic Moc, a work boot originally introduced in 1952 and known for its durability and structure. Fendi, renowned for its leatherwork and signature detailing, elevates the silhouette with its luxurious Cuoio Romano leather, meticulous Selleria hand-stitching, and a sienna red and natural beige color palette. The result is a boot that blends the rugged, no-nonsense spirit of American workwear with the elegance of Italian craftsmanship. Scott Keenan directed the launch's campaign.

A standout detail is the inclusion of Fendi’s iconic FF interlace motif, a technique typically reserved for its handbags. This intricate threading is done entirely by hand by artisans at the Fendi Factory in Capannuccia, Tuscany—an intensive process that requires five hours for each pair. Once completed, the boots travel to the United States, where Red Wing’s shoemakers assemble them using techniques that have been passed down for over a century. The Fendi x Red Wing partnership involves more than 30 artisans and 80 individual steps that go into producing each pair, highlighting the dedication and mastery both brands bring to the table.