{"product_id":"undercover-ss03-scab-patchwork-sneakers","title":"Undercover SS03 \"SCAB\" Patchwork Sneakers","description":"\u003ch3\u003eUndercover SS03 \"SCAB\" Jack Purcell Patchwork Sneakers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e Arguably the most significant footwear release in Jun Takahashi’s career, the SS03 \"SCAB\" Jack Purcell sneakers are a definitive \"Holy Grail\" of the fashion archive movement. Drawing heavy inspiration from ethnic textures and global crust-punk culture, this pair serves as a museum-worthy representation of the collection’s hand-stitched, DIY aesthetic. As these approach their 25th anniversary, finding an authentic pair in this state of preservation is an exceedingly rare event for the global collector community.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Design Elements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\n\t\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIconic \"SCAB\" Patchwork:\u003c\/strong\u003e The upper is entirely covered in an intricate array of hand-sewn patches. Utilizing varying colors, materials, and sizes, the overlapping fabric mimic the \"crust\" aesthetic of punk vests, creating a rich, three-dimensional texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\t\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\n\t\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJack Purcell Silhouette:\u003c\/strong\u003e Built on the classic smile-toed Jack Purcell block, subverting a clean, preppy staple into an aggressive piece of wearable art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\t\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\n\t\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtisanal Distressing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Features intentional \"Scab-era\" weathering, including raw-edged fabric fraying and a pre-aged vintage patina on the rubber midsoles and toe caps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\t\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\n\t\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCultural Provenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e These sneakers represent the peak of Jun Takahashi's early 2000s output, where high-fashion construction met the raw energy of the Tokyo underground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\t\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements \u0026amp; Fit Note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\n\t\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTagged Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Men’s M\u003c\/p\u003e\n\t\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\n\t\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEquivalent Fit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fits like a standard \u003cstrong\u003eEU 41-42\u003c\/strong\u003e \/ \u003cstrong\u003eUS 9\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\t\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\n\t\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNote:\u003c\/em\u003e Due to the dense patchwork and canvas construction, the upper is more rigid than a standard sneaker. It provides a structured, snug fit that holds its shape exceptionally well over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\t\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"BelleVie","offers":[{"title":"Used","offer_id":43255513743463,"sku":"1008276042073","price":1770.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5148\/9383\/files\/O1CN01CUkBD72GSveFdCwu4_livephoto___4611686018427382327-53-fleamarket_5c80faf4-abdb-4877-9a82-2f15cf616b95.jpg?v=1777278118","url":"https:\/\/belleviearchive.com\/products\/undercover-ss03-scab-patchwork-sneakers","provider":"BelléVieArchive","version":"1.0","type":"link"}