CANDIES VTG Y2K Platform Hiking Boots Grunge Gorpcore 5.5 For Sale

These iconic vintage boots merge outdoor gorpcore styling with a bold 90s platform silhouette featuring a mix of textured suede and smooth leather panels. Designed with heavy-duty metal d-rings and speed hooks, they deliver a quintessential retro grunge aesthetic paired with an ultra-thick rubber lug sole.BRAND & DESIGNERCandie\'s. Identified from the bold retro brand patch stitched on the upper tongues as well as the classic script logo stamped on the fabric insole pads.PRODUCTION ERA & LOGO EVOLUTIONCirca late 1990s to early 2000s Y2K era. The internal size tag features the distinctive Factory 49 designation layout alongside all man-made material designations that correspond perfectly with Candie\'s chunky platform manufacturing boom during this fashion era.DIMENSIONS & SIZE CONVERSIONSMarked Size: 5.5Estimated US Size: 5.5 WomenEstimated EU Size: 35.5Estimated UK Size: 3.5CONDITIONGood pre-owned vintage condition with natural cosmetic character. The upper suede and leather panels display uniform surface rubbing, minor fading, and superficial scuffs, while the heavy black rubber midsoles show light superficial scrape marks and dust accumulation in the crevices of the lugged outsoles.