New Season, New Shoes? New Rock

Founded in 1978, New Rock have always aimed to create not just durable and high-quality footwear, but shoes that are a statement of individuality. Firstly inspired by moto-culture, New Rock began to incorporate more gothic and punk designs, their reinforced soles, metallic accents and leather designs quickly becoming synonymous with rebellious self-expression. Their bold, alternative and gothic designs were popular with artists, musicians and fans alike in alternative subcultures in the 80s and 90s, establishing the brand's robust reputation in these non-conformist groups. New Rock continues to build on that legacy today, firmly entrenched as a staple alternative footwear company. 

The long-lasting materials and hard-wearing make of the boots helped to further cement their status as champions of alternative style with a worldwide fanbase. You don’t have to worry about replacing your New Rock boots after a few years; these shoes are built to last, so they can form a solid foundation in your wardrobe for years to come. 

In recent years, with the resurgence of 90’s and Y2K fashion and consequently platform soles in mainstream fashion (how could anyone forget the takeover of the Fila Disruptor in 2018), New Rock have accommodated modern trends whilst keeping to their alternative roots. One of our bestselling New Rock shoes is the M.106-S1 Core Shoes, a bold, chunky shoe with stark metallic accents. These shoes may be inspired by trending silhouettes, but New Rock elevate them with classic moto-inspired elements. With an even higher platform so you can stand tall in a crowd, and eye-catching silver, bone-shaped Dubrae decorating the laces, these handmade leather shoes are undeniably alternative. 

New Rock has also adapted their shoes to new innovations by incorporating new technology such as shock-absorbing soles, comfort insoles - an essential when wearing tall and heavy boots for hours at a time, no matter the brand - and breathable leather linings. They have also released a range of vegan leather items, as well as pushed to use more eco-friendly materials in their products, such as recyclable materials, eco-friendly dyes and sustainably sourced leather. The quality of the production of the boots also ensures that they are not a fast-fashion fad that will soon end up broken in the landfill; the care and time that is put into each product ensures they are long-lasting and durable. 

Looking for a shoe that blends the alternative and casual? Perfect for everyday wear, the M. 106-S1 Core Shoes are an obvious choice, however, we have plenty of other options available. The M.110-S1 Reactor Shoes are an adaptation of the wildly popular New Rock Reactor Boots, featuring the same hardware implants on the soles of the shoe, but with an additional spiked design on the tongue. These platform shoes also have a pentagram charm to complete the edgy, alternative composition. Undeniably eye-catching, these alternative platform shoes are perfect for anyone with punk or steampunk influences in their fashion. 

If you pay any attention to mainstream fashion trends, it’s been impossible to ignore the rise of athleisure-wear following 2021. At the moment, sporty and practical shoes are centre-stage, a development on the dad-shoe trend of the late 2010s. New Rock takes inspiration from these sporty influences without letting them take over the core, alternative design of the shoe. The New Rock M-Wall-106-NSPORT-V5 Shoe integrates elements of this with the metallic eyelets reminiscent of hiking boots, the ribbon lacing, and the distinct sneaker-style upper combined with a towering platform sole and metallic accents. These shoes are also made from synthetic vegan leather, with plenty of padding and cushioning on the inside of the shoe. These NSPORT-V5 shoes highlight New Rock’s dedication to gothic and alternative fashion, whilst also moving forward with its audience. 

If you love New Rock for its classic alternative motifs and gothic design, don’t fret. One of the newest additions to our collection is the New Rock Tr095-S1 Pentagram Boots (Black), ideal for all of our fellow witches out there. These heeled boots feature a chunky, grooved silver heel, eye-catching yet comfortable. The stars of these gothic boots are the large pentagram charms attached to the zips. Edgy yet chic, this heeled boot adds the perfect amount of dark intrigue to your outfit. 

However, if you are searching for a flatter sole, New Rock do offer some of their boots without the platform attached. Use the filters on the left-hand side of our New Rock page (or at the top of the page on mobile) to select ‘Flat’ under heel type and concentrate your search options. Much of the Reactor range is suitable for those searching for a lower (or non-existent) platform, also available in a range of colors and styles. 

A stand-out from this range are the undeniably gorgeous New Rock M. 1473-S11 Boots, available in a dreamy, space purple. More vibrant than most of the range (or the entirety of New Rock’s available, notorious for their simple yet moody black colors), these bold boots stand out, but for all the right reasons. These boots reflect a bright shine from the lilac finish on the leather, aided by the bright silver buckles that run down the boot (a key feature of the Reactor range) and the large stud with the logo engraved in the upper-centre of the tongue of the boot. These boots are also part of the comfort-light range, perfect for those who are on their feet all day. Due to their thinner soles, they are lighter than many of New Rock’s platform styles, with a padded air-cushioned sole for additional comfort.

Browse the New Rock range to discover your favourite new boot or shoe, just in time for the new season. The high platforms incorporated into many of New Rock's shoes are great for the upcoming cold and wet weather; everyone loves having a good, go-to winter boot. A pair of durable New Rock boots will be ideal for anything that the autumn and winter weather throws at you. If you'd like to see the boots on some more models, or you're looking for some styling tips, check out our Instagram page!