KEEN and Japanese select shop LOFTMAN celebrate the retailer’s 50th anniversary with an exclusive take on the UNEEK Loafer WK. Bringing together the worlds of classic dress shoes and contemporary outdoor footwear, the collaboration gives KEEN’s hybrid silhouette a more refined look, built around premium suede and carefully considered details.
Suede sits at the heart of the project. Long appreciated in Japanese footwear and a familiar material across KEEN’s archive, it brings texture, warmth and character to the design. LOFTMAN has also built a reputation for championinh suede through exclusive releases, making the partnership extra special.
Where Dress Shoes Meet the Outdoors
Inspired by traditional dress shoes and the rich appearance of cordovan leather, the special edition gives the UNEEK Loafer WK a more understated, sophisticated identity. Its black suede upper contrasts with KEEN’s contemporary construction, keeping the silhouette grounded in functionality.
The underlying design keeps the UNEEK’s character, while KEEN.CURVE technology supports a smooth, rolling sensation underfoot. The result brings together the appearance of a classic loafer and the comfort of footwear designed for movement.
Created to mark five decades of LOFTMAN, the collaboration celebrates the select shop’s influence through a material-focused approach. The exclusive KEEN UNEEK Loafer WK is scheduled to launch on 17 October 2026, available through LOFTMAN stores and its online shop.
