Kiko Kostadinov x Crocs VAALS

The Kiko Kostadinov x Crocs VAALS reinterprets Crocs footwear through a silhouette that combines traditional materials and techniques with the brand’s technical design language. A moc-toe design with heavy-gauge stitch detailing anchors the design, while the upper pairs genuine tumbled leather with breathable sandwich mesh. A custom-moulded TPU band draws inspiration from Crocs styles such as the Crocband and the archival Genna shoe, complemented by toggle bungee lacing and a heel pull tab. Underfoot, a rubber outsole is integrated with Crocs’ cushioned LiteRide™ footbed for lightweight cushioning and everyday support.

Photographed by American artist Jim Mangan near Crocs’ headquarters in Boulder, Colorado, the accompanying campaign pays tribute to the brand’s origins through a series of images rooted in the landscapes and architectural landmarks of its home state. The shoot spans two locations: Red Rocks, where dramatic sandstone formations shaped over millions of years provide a striking natural backdrop, and the iconic Mushroom House, commissioned by Barbara and Stanley Brenton and designed by American architect Charles Haertling in 1969. Inspired by organic forms found in nature, the house is one of Boulder’s most distinctive examples of modernist architecture. Throughout the campaign, the footwear is styled with looks from Kiko Kostadinov Menswear Autumn Winter 2026, where the shoes made their runway debut in Paris in January 2026.