From the mind of legit-genius designer Yuki Matsuda, Yuketen consistently puts out some of the most unique, eye-catching, crazy-in-a-good-way handsewn moccasin construction shoes and boots you’ll ever see. (You may recall that we’ve gushed about them before.) But they way they’re built is incredibly real as well—Yuketen is that rare brand that is most definitely fashion (if you want it to be), but also doesn’t give an inch in terms of construction, materials, and craft.

The influences on their wide-ranging style catalog are numerous, mixing and matching references from Maine, Scotland, Mexico, and beyond. Recently Yuketen unveiled their lineup for Spring/Summer 2022, and if you’re wondering whether they managed to outdo themselves again, well…of course they did.

We took it upon ourselves to comb through Yuketen’s latest collection to highlight some of the absolute doozies they’ve come up with this time around. Some models are ready to wear; others are MTO/pre-orders; others still are not quite ready for release, but will be soon. Check ’em all out below…

READY TO WEAR

Maine Guide Ox DB in CP Brown/G Brown: $794

These twin-tone mocs are some serious chonkmeisters, and feature a whole lotta pinking throughout. Grab a pair now from Danish retailer Hansen Garments.

Alejandro in Natural: $253

These huarache-inspired slip-ons are made with hand-cut, hand-woven veg tan leather that should see a lot of patina from repeated wear. Rather than going the traditional huarache route using something like recycled tires for soles, the Alejandro sports a Vibram 2060 cavity wedge, giving it a slightly workwear vibe.

Sal 1 in Blue Bandana Suede: $495

This bandana-print suede from Conceria Opera injects a bit of playfulness into these clogs. With a high-arched leather footbed working in tandem with a combination of crepe and woven jute, these shoes should be ultra-comfy and supportive.

Land Jordan 1st Lo in Black: $1023

The latest iteration in Yuketen’s homage to the 90s-era basketball shoe, these low-cut sneakers juxtapose meticulously-constructed cowhide panels with a Goodyear welt construction atop a thick layer of leather midsole and black Vibram wedge soles.

Native Slip-On in G Brown: $560

Now available at German retailer Mytheresa, these moccasin loafers feature a sturdy natural veg tan midsole and brown Vibram 2060 cavity wedges.

MADE TO ORDER

Angler Moc in Grizzly Buckaroo: $605

With a moccasin construction accented by distinct hex eyelets, the Angler Moc is a nod to the outdoorsman’s footwear of 1950s/60s New England, and pairs quite well with this pebbled Horween leather.

Blucher with Kiltie and Camp Sole: $418

This blucher moc, seen here in black CXL (ahem: teacore), comes complete with a lace-in kiltie and Yuketen’s proprietary rubber/cork chip camp soles.

Blucher Rocker with Kiltie: $616

The beautiful moccasin construction and pinking around the collar of these blucher mocs are complemented by the Yuketen-exclusive Rocker sole, a Vibram EVA product inspired by orthopedic soles of the past. Arguably the most iconic and Yuketen-y Yuketen shoe.