You can’t talk about 1990s hip-hop without talking about Timberlands and The Notorious B.I.G. The classic work boot is a staple of hip-hop culture, and the “One More Chance” rapper was rarely seen without a pair on his feet.
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In honor of the 30th anniversary of Biggie’s debut album “Ready to Die,” Timberland just dropped the Christopher Wallace Collection. The collection features a special version of Timberland’s classic six-inch boot reimagined with details that honor that late rapper, including an image of a baby on the tongue – a nod to the album’s iconic cover art – and a gold-toned tag with a crown design. Biggie’s name is also etched into the heel of the sole.
When it came down to the boot’s design, Chris Dixon, Senior Footwear Designer of Advanced Concepts and Energy at Timberland, said he was conscious about creating something that was a fitting tribute to one of the most influential rappers in the game.
“Designing Timberland’s Christopher Wallace Collection was a profound honor, deeply rooted in the core elements of the iconic album cover,” he said. “With a vision that embraced both style and grace, I recognized that a minimalist approach would best capture the essence of the design, that matches the timeliness of the ‘Ready to Die’ and the yellow boot.”
In addition to the special boot, Timberland plans to donate to The Christopher Wallace Memorial Foundation – a non-profit organization founded by Biggie’s mother Voletta Wallace– to support their efforts to promote literacy programs targeted at children and families.
The Christopher Wallace Collection comes in wheat and black colorways. The boots are available in men’s and kid’s sizes online and at select Foot Locker, Champs Sports and Kids Foot Locker stores.
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