Title: Combat Zone
Client: CNCPTS x Vans Syndicate
Behind The Scenes: I learned a lot about this historical place in Boston that got its name from the amount of naval officers that were seen roaming the district when docked. A local historian that covered the Combat Zone in the 70s lived in Cambridge, MA and allowed us to utilize some of his books and photographs that are otherwise out of print. The hand-drawn and vectorized paisley print was inspired by the burlesque and lace clad of the local shops and laser etched onto the leather upper of the shoe. The "Naked i" graphic on the heal was inspired by the peep show itself as well as the animated GIFs used to promo the launch. The product was shot on black mirror while smoke, lighting and color were added in photoshop.