Everyone knows that as denim fits get looser, shoes get bigger and this 2000's revival we're seeing, means it's time to get chunky.
DC Shoes was one of the most defining footwear brands of the 2000s. A juggernaut from the late '90s; the brand knocked sales out of the stratosphere as they released their groundbreaking skateboarding meets urban footwear silhouettes.
By the mid-2000s, it was almost impossible to turn on MTV without spotting the iconic shoes on celebrities and skateboarders. We're talking Travis Barker, Lil Wayne, Justin Bieber, Avril Lavigne, Wu-Tang, Rob Dyrdek, and their insanely talented team of professional skateboarders.
With baggy denim and utility wear being called out as one of 2021s most significant fashion trends, DC Shoes are here to school you on some of their biggest hits from this era, that will service all of your baggy, bootleg, loose or wide-fit denim and cargo needs.
1. THE STRIKER
One of DC's bestselling shoes of the early 2000s, DC return the Striker in 2021, re-engineered with a modernised fit, for out-of-the-box comfort and all-action versatility.
One of DC's bestselling shoes of the early 2000s, DC return the Striker in 2021, re-engineered with a modernised fit, for out-of-the-box comfort and all-action versatility.
DC Striker: @naomiwild
2. COURT GRAFFIK
One of the most recognisable of DC's puffy sneakers, the Court Graffik is having a resurgence of popularity of late as 90s / 2000s fashion takes centre stage and inspires a whole new generation. A genderless shoe, the Court Graffik has recently been spotted on Justin Bieber, Maggie Lindemann, alt-pop star Carlie Hanson and Brittany Byrd.
One of the most recognisable of DC's puffy sneakers, the Court Graffik is having a resurgence of popularity of late as 90s / 2000s fashion takes centre stage and inspires a whole new generation. A genderless shoe, the Court Graffik has recently been spotted on Justin Bieber, Maggie Lindemann, alt-pop star Carlie Hanson and Brittany Byrd.
DC Court Graffik: @looseunicorns, @byrdmuseum, @carliehanson
3. LYNX
Possibly one of DC's most revered styles, the Lynx OG is a famed technical skateboarding shoe, and the Lynx Zero is a modern takedown of the OG model, slightly slimmed down and suited to everyday wear.
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Possibly one of DC's most revered styles, the Lynx OG is a famed technical skateboarding shoe, and the Lynx Zero is a modern takedown of the OG model, slightly slimmed down and suited to everyday wear.
EDWINA TO ADD LYNX HERO IMAGE
4. PURE
Standing the test of time, the Pure has long been one of DC's most popular skateboard shoes. The tried-and-true upper design comes in all the essential colorways, with just enough (but never too much) padding to make it one of the most versatile and comfortable skate shoes around.
Standing the test of time, the Pure has long been one of DC's most popular skateboard shoes. The tried-and-true upper design comes in all the essential colorways, with just enough (but never too much) padding to make it one of the most versatile and comfortable skate shoes around.
DC Pure - Credit: Mike Heikkila
5. STAG
The Stag is one of DC’s game-changing skate shoes of the early 2000s. With the durable and dynamic upper construction, gum sole hits and super-athletic colour-ups, the Stag is a classic.
The Stag is one of DC’s game-changing skate shoes of the early 2000s. With the durable and dynamic upper construction, gum sole hits and super-athletic colour-ups, the Stag is a classic.
DC Stag - Credit: Mike Heikkila
6. CHELSEA
The understated Chelsea vulcanized silhouette gets the classic DC treatment with bold logo patterns and wear-me-everyday colorways that can be styled up and skated out. Available in women's sizes only.
The understated Chelsea vulcanized silhouette gets the classic DC treatment with bold logo patterns and wear-me-everyday colorways that can be styled up and skated out. Available in women's sizes only.
DC Chelsea: @carliehanson
7. NAVIGATOR
Originally designed in the late '90s as an off-board shoe for DC's East Coast team riders, the Navigator was re-released in 2020. The boot perfectly encapsulates DC's skate-meets-urban aesthetic and is highly functional, waterproof and includes all that comfortable padding that DC is renowned for. Available from a Women's US 6 - Men's US 14.
Originally designed in the late '90s as an off-board shoe for DC's East Coast team riders, the Navigator was re-released in 2020. The boot perfectly encapsulates DC's skate-meets-urban aesthetic and is highly functional, waterproof and includes all that comfortable padding that DC is renowned for. Available from a Women's US 6 - Men's US 14.
DC Navigator - @ri.mon, @kevin_bilyeu, @jahbulbatron Credit: Mike Heikkila
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ABOUT DC SHOES
When DC launched in 1994, it was a profound disruption to the skateboarding industry—a juxtaposition of skateboarding, music, art, and streetwear with oversized confidence, style, and performance. DC established itself with groundbreaking product and an unmatched roster of team-riders who lived and breathed the brand ethos. DC helped shape modern collaboration culture by pioneering partnerships with the likes of Supreme, FTP, Shepard Fairey, and Buscemi. In 2021, DC continues to push the envelope by collaborating with bold brands like 40s & Shorties, Doublet and Rokit.
@dcshoes @dc_womens
When DC launched in 1994, it was a profound disruption to the skateboarding industry—a juxtaposition of skateboarding, music, art, and streetwear with oversized confidence, style, and performance. DC established itself with groundbreaking product and an unmatched roster of team-riders who lived and breathed the brand ethos. DC helped shape modern collaboration culture by pioneering partnerships with the likes of Supreme, FTP, Shepard Fairey, and Buscemi. In 2021, DC continues to push the envelope by collaborating with bold brands like 40s & Shorties, Doublet and Rokit.
@dcshoes @dc_womens