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Clarks has become a staple footwear since its start in 1825 as a family-founded slipper company. Over time, they expanded beyond the cozy slip-on, developing the first foot-shaped shoes and making a name as a brand that crafts comfortable footwear that’s also fashion-forward.

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Since their origin, Clarks shoes have been on the feet of British soldiers, rappers and even rock stars. And it’s the Desert Boots that have cemented themselves as a “timeless” shoe with roots in reggae, folk and rock.

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Liam and Noel Gallagher of the band Oasis performing for the “Teenage Cancer Trust” concert at Albert Hall in London, England. February 6, 2002.

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It doesn’t take too much digging to find Oasis lead singer Liam Gallagher wearing a pair of Clarks Desert Boots. Throughout the ’90s, he could be seen pairing most of his outfits, on and offstage, with a pair of the boots — most notably when he won a Brit Award in 1996 for best album and on the street in 2020. Bob Dylan is another artist who could be seen wearing the simple boots, in addition to The Beatles, who were known to wear the shoes at times.

Desert Boots’ popularity spans across countries, at one point taking over Jamaican fashion, according to reporting by Vogue. The shoes became a major staple in reggae clubs, and the growth in sales led Clarks to redesign the shoe with a longer, narrow toe in an effort to cater to Caribbean style.

Keep reading to shop the Clarks classic shoe below.

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Desert Boot – Dark Khaki Suede

Rather than reach for your typical white sneakers, these dark brown boots bring a polished look using a luxurious suede material and matching upper and sole shade. Originally released in the ’50s, the style remains a popular pick and is topped off with “unfussy” laces.

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Desert Boot – Sand Suede

Not only can you see Gallagher wearing a similar shade of the Desert Boot, but the light brown colorway can be paired with everything from jeans to trousers without taking away from your statement shirt. The outer suede material brings a polished yet laid-back look that’ll help complete your outfits in style.

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Desert Boot – Black Polished

Giving off a more dressed up appearance is the Black Polished version of the Clarks boot. It comes with a premium leather material for added comfort and durability. You’ll also find the classic fobs by the laces as well as a rubber crepe sole for additional support.

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Desert Boot – Black Distressed Croc

Clarks’ latest iteration of the Desert Boot is a distressed croc style that represents the brand’s shift towards more modern designs. Taking inspiration from Tokyo’s Urahara fashion scene, the shoe comes in the classic Desert Boot shape with an elevated twist. The upper comes with a distressed leather material paired with flat lacing and the classic crepe sole found in any of the Originals shoes.

Beyond the Desert Boot, Clarks Wallabees have become the shoe to sport in hip-hop, with artists including Tyler, the Creator, Drake and the Wu-Tang Clan seen sporting the everyday shoe on various occasions. The love for the style goes beyond being seen on rapper’s feet, which you can hear in Wu-Tang’s “Gravel Pit” when Method Man raps: “The best thing since stocks in Clark Wallabees.”

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Joe Jonas has been feeling gratitude lately as he prepares to debut a new solo album that he’s already been teasing with the release of the first single “Work It Out.” But before you fully immerse yourself in the 35-year-old singer’s new sound, the Jonas Brother wants to bring a touch of his vintage aesthetic to your fall fashion rotation with the release of his debut clothing collection in collaboration with Scotch & Soda.

As the first brand ambassador for the clothing designer, the “Sucker” artist had the chance to utilize his creativity beyond crafting playlist-essential songs.

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“Scotch & Soda let me have creative control and I had the chance to explore colors, prints, styles and references that were really personal to me,” he says in an interview with Billboard. “I always like to tell a story with what I wear.”

That story involved his own personal drawings-turned-graphics with vintage themes from his favorite decade serving as the inspiration.

“I’ve always been influenced by the ’70s and the fashion from those eras, and the fun,” the Billboard Hot 100 chart-topper says. “It felt so free, and I wanted that to be reflected in the clothing.”

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The new collection includes a mix of vintage and sports-inspired pieces ranging from bold prints to everyday layering pieces you can throw on and go. Eagle-eyed fans may also notice Easter eggs that further hint to what you can expect on the new album.

“I carry around this little yellow book with me everywhere I go, and I write down a bunch of quotes and just thoughts for the day,” he explains. “I started to feel quite inspired by some of the ideas that I could stitch some of the quotes in the clothing. There are certain song lyrics that are on the clothes, and it’s just perfect timing.”

Keep reading to shop pieces from the Joe Jonas x Scotch & Soda collection.

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Scotch & Soda x Joe Jonas Football Jersey

Add a bit of Jonas’ style to your everyday outfit rotation with this muted jersey featuring design elements picked by the singer himself. The collar comes with an open design in a contrasting shade while the material is lightweight and breathable for a more cozy feel.

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Scotch & Soda x Joe Jonas Washed Artwork Hoodie

Layer your outfits in this vivid hoodie decorated with lyrics from the star’s upcoming album. It’s created with a soft interior that’ll help lock in heat while the cuffed sleeves and bottom prevents breezes from escaping inside.

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Scotch & Soda x Joe Jonas Ringer T-Shirt

Bring a touch of pink to your looks in this T-shirt featuring a contrasting hem. Completing the look is a crew neckline while the graphic features a photograph turned into drawing of one of the artist’s actual photos he took.

For the artist, he would personally pair the looks with a classic pair of jeans, bomber jacket and a versatile tote bag.

And in terms of what you can expect on the new album — Music for People Who Believe in Love, out Oct. 18 — Jonas said the project is full of themes of gratitude.

“I’m very grateful for the people that I have in my life, where I’m at as a person and being good to myself a little bit more — and looking at the bright side of situations when things can be overwhelming so easily,” he says.

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