Rick Owens 22FW "STROBE" Grey Horsehair Kiss Boots
Product Overview A quintessential statement piece from the Fall/Winter 2022 "STROBE" collection. The Kiss Boot is Rick Owens' most iconic architectural footwear silhouette, masterfully blending 1970s glam-rock height with brutalist, modern proportions. This specific iteration in grey horsehair adds a layer of organic, tactile luxury to the aggressive design.
Key Design Elements
Textural Horsehair Upper: The boots are clad in premium grey horsehair (pony hair), which offers a natural, multidirectional sheen. This material was a focal point of the 22FW runway, providing a soft, primal contrast to the industrial hardware.
Signature "Grill" Toe: Features the polished stainless steel "grill" at the front platform, an aggressive hallmark of the Kiss Boot silhouette.
Architectural Platform & Heel: The massive front platform is balanced by a towering, square-cut block heel, creating the "monolithic" look Rick Owens is known for.
Elastic Side Goring: Built as a Chelsea-style boot with robust elastic side panels, ensuring a secure fit and making the high-volume silhouette easier to put on.
Exaggerated Proportions: The height and weight of the boot are designed to transform the wearer's gait, embodying the "Strobe" collection's theme of theatrical presence.
Technical Details & Condition
Size: 38 (EU).
Collection: 22FW STROBE.
Material: Horsehair exterior / Calf leather lining and insole.
