Diemme Reworks Clarks Originals Classics
Italian boot maker Diemme has reinterpreted three Clarks Originals silhouettes with its mountain-boot construction.
Updated on Nov. 3, 2026 in Accessories
Diemme has partnered with Clarks Originals on a collection that reimagines the Wallabee, Desert Boot and Desert Trek. The styles go on sale November 5, 2026.
Why it matters
The collection brings mountain-boot construction into the Clarks Originals silhouettes, shifting classic casual footwear toward outdoor-inspired design. It is produced in Italy by Diemme.
The collection reworks the Wallabee in champagne Charles F. Stead suede, the Desert Boot in Clarks' Cola suede, and the Desert Trek as a mid-cut in black full-grain leather. Pricing and retail availability beyond the November 5, 2026 release date were not specified.
The players
Diemme
An Italian footwear manufacturer known for its mountain and outdoor boots, producing the collection at its family factory in Onè di Fonte.
Clarks Originals
The heritage casual footwear line of the British shoe company Clarks, known for the Wallabee and Desert Boot silhouettes.
The details
Each style combines Diemme's lug sole with hiking D-ring hardware and a rubber mudguard with a crepe-inspired texture, while materials follow Clarks Originals codes. All three styles are produced at Diemme's family factory in Onè di Fonte in the Veneto region.
Timeline
November 5, 2026: Collection goes on sale.
Culture Shift
The collaboration extends the Clarks Wallabee and Desert Boot, long-running casual icons, by grafting Diemme's outdoor mountain-boot construction onto them. It reflects a broader crossover of technical outdoor footwear into everyday casual style.
Readers interested in the collection can look for the three reworked styles when they go on sale on November 5, 2026. The mix of mountain-boot construction and classic Clarks silhouettes gives buyers a sturdier option for everyday wear.
The takeaway
Pairing technical outdoor construction with a familiar casual silhouette is an easy way to refresh a classic pair of shoes. Buyers who want durability alongside heritage style may find the new Clarks Originals reinterpretations a practical choice.
Further reading
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