Public School NY’s Bespoke Boots Are Timbs at Their Toughest

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Summary

  • Timberland’s “The Shed” crafted bespoke, all-black leather boots for Public School NY founders at the 2026 Met Gala.
  • The custom design features exaggerated proportions, stacked midsoles, and distinct nickel-plated copper toe guards.

Timberland’s workshop, called “The Shed,” created one-of-a-kind boots for designers Dao-Yi Chow and Maxwell Osborne of Public School New York, who wore them to the 2026 Met Gala. Public School also dressed content creator Wisdom Kaye for the event, and both Chow and Osborne joined him on the Met Gala steps, showcasing their custom-made boots.

These leather boots from Public School NY perfectly capture the brand’s blend of street style and modern design. They’re almost entirely black, with subtle metallic accents, and crafted from high-quality, vegetable-tanned leather by Wickett & Craig. The classic 6-Inch boot has been updated with a bolder shape and a stacked leather sole featuring a durable Vibram Montagna outsole. A standout feature is the shiny, copper toe guard, which is plated with nickel.

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After a seven-year break, the designers returned to New York Fashion Week for the Fall/Winter 2026 season, reconnecting with the streetwear culture they helped build. Their recent appearance at the Met Gala, sporting Timberland boots – a classic New York look – felt like a tribute to the city’s unique style.

Timberland’s design studio in New Hampshire is where they create and test their most cutting-edge shoe designs. While this particular custom design isn’t available yet, it suggests Timberland may announce a new collaboration soon.

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2026-05-07 20:55