Madhappy × KEEN bring plaid to outdoor shoes: the classic Malibu returns in a brand-new collab look
Balancing aesthetics and functionality, you can wear them on the trail too
Outdoor performance shoes have long since moved beyond the mountains. From Gorpcore to all kinds of mixed-and-matched looks, footwear once defined by its functionality has become part of everyday outfits. This time, Madhappy has teamed up with outdoor footwear brand KEEN to revisit the Malibu, first released in 2006, from the brand’s archives. With fall plaid and mixed-material detailing, the all-terrain shoe takes on an entirely new look.
The 2006 Malibu returns in fall plaid
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The Madhappy × KEEN collaboration builds on the classic Malibu silhouette, with the plaid pattern across the upper as its most eye-catching feature. Departing from the typically technical look of outdoor footwear, the plaid gives the shoe a touch of retro warmth for fall. A suede and ripstop nylon upper brings outdoor functionality together naturally with Madhappy’s signature laid-back style. Practicality hasn’t been overlooked either: a breathable mesh lining sits inside, while the instep strap is accented with reflective webbing. The shoe also features KEEN’s archival Wasatch Crest sole construction for better traction across different terrain, making it easy to wear from city streets to outdoor trips.
Available in two colorways
Images from Instagram / @madhappy & @keen
The Madhappy × KEEN Malibu comes in two colorways, bringing plaid, a rare detail for outdoor shoes, to its classic all-terrain silhouette. If you’ve been looking for fall and winter footwear that’s functional without looking too much like a hiking shoe, this collaboration may be worth adding to your wish list.
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