Rollie make awesome shoes, simple as that. We recently collaborated with Rollie after meeting the man behind the brand Vincent Lebon.
Rollie was launched in 2011 by footwear designer Vincent Lebon, his wife’s nickname inspiring the company moniker. His passion for shoes, interest in trends and innovative design skills led him on a search to create an entirely new shoe concept. It’s all about fun colours and wearing something so light you’ll never want to take it off. His success with international fashion groups and global knowledge drives Rollie forward. Based in Australia and inspired by the world, Rollie is a brand connected to the universal love of colour, youth and living life to the fullest.
We interviewed Vince to find out a bit more about the man behind Rollie Shoes.
What did you want to be when you were a kid?
I wanted to be a Pilot...ironically I married a flight attendant :)
What do you do now and how did you end up there?
I’m trying to create products around the concept of Colour, Wonder and Fun.
How would you describe your style of work?
A fun and approachable style with simplicity in mind.
If you could work with any three people on a project who would they be?
Jonathan I’ve
Rick Owen
Edward de bono
What is your ninja skill?
Spelling (hahaha NOT)
Probably my mix of traditional and modern techniques. Sketching, Photoshop and Shoemaking.
What are you shit at?
See above haha.
When you think of a ‘Maverick’ who comes to mind and because of what traits?
Steve jobs…I think you know why.
What is your favourite creative outlet?
Shoemaking and business.
Where do you find inspiration?
Music, travel and my family.
Favourite colour?
Does Black and White count?
If not Cognac and Red.
What pair of shoes do you wear the most?
Welted Boots or my Rollie’s for a more casual look with rolled up Chinos.
What tunes are you currently blasting and are they any good?
Special Affair by “The Internet”.
Shop the collab here
Inspired by colour, creativity and individuality, we are proud to introduce the Mavs x Rollie collaboration. What started as a discussion between passionate Melbourne designers, the end result is a collection of Rollie shoes that have been curated by Mavericks Laces and paired with a hand picked selection of our contrast laces.
Kitted out shoes available online now here.
Every month, Mavericks Laces are tagged in loads of awesome shots on Instagram.
Here’s a roundup of the best flicks. Enjoy and don't forget to use #maverickslaces to show us your Mavericks.
@arfathsulthan Shop Milo Brown>
@baredfootwearmens Shop 5 Pack>
@mightymy9 Shop Archie Red>
@ryanbonnici Shop Dylan Blue>
@twenty20four Shop Gilbert Purple>
@two.ninedesign Shop Rafael Lime>
@two.ninedesign Shop Goose Yellow>
@vampire_40_98 Shop Otto Pink>
Every month, Mavericks Laces are tagged in loads of awesome shots on Instagram.
Here’s a roundup of the best flicks. Enjoy and don't forget to use #maverickslaces to show us your Mavericks.
@alex_nwfs Shop 7 Pack>
@bardupmelb Shop Luke Chalk Blue>
@dolorsitamet Shop Jay French Blue>
@markkilian Shop Dylan Blue>
@mrgumbatron Shop Mick Blue & Yellow>
@solemechanicspete Shop Goose Yellow>
@stibergoslo Shop Dylan Blue>
@whokilledsabbath Shop Dylan Blue>
Every month, Mavericks Laces are tagged in loads of awesome shots on Instagram.
Here’s a roundup of the best flicks. Enjoy and don't forget to use #maverickslaces to show us your Mavericks.
@baredfootwearmens Shop George Green> Shop Dylan Blue> Shop Archie Red> Shop Goose Yellow>
@traceygobey Shop Goose Yellow>
@mrgumbatron Shop Mick Navy w/ Yellow Flecks>
@tjames6969 Shop Iceman White>
@juliethynguyen Shop 7 Pack>
@whokilledsabbath Shop Bert>
@aaaaalbert Shop Archie Red>
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Every month, Mavericks Laces are tagged in loads of awesome shots on Instagram.
Here’s a roundup of the best flicks. Enjoy and don't forget to use #maverickslaces to show us your Mavericks.
@bornandraised Shop James>
@mightymy9 Shop Gilbert>
@thebarbershopandco Shop Archie>
@markkilian Shop Dylan>
@tizkai Shop Charlie>
@handmadelove Shop Allen>
@_rdb_ Shop Jordan Boot Laces>
@whokilledsabbath Shop Bert>
@bardupmelb Shop Luke>
@tjames6969 Shop Ryder>
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You may or may not be familiar with the name Pigeonboy, – but you will probably be aware of the work of Pigeonboy, because it is totally rad.
Pigeonboy creates works across various mediums, always using humour in his work to evoke a feeling of childhood nostalgia and playfulness from his audience. He is heavily influenced by skateboard culture and cartoons. We recently collaborated with Pigeonboy to create two custom packaging concepts to launch our Street Laces range and the results speak for themselves.
We interviewed him to find out what makes the man tick.
What did you want to be when you were a kid?
A cartoonist, I was obsessed with cartoons and comics as a kid.
What do you do now and how did you end up there?
Now I'm a freelance illustrator/graphic designer. I guess not too far from my childhood dreams. I studied design once leaving high school and worked for various companies as a designer before moving to Melbourne to focus more on art and illustration.
How would you describe your style of work?
A poor mans Barry Mcgee with an injection of humour.
If you could work with any three people on a project who would they be?
Barry Mcgee
Bill Murray
David Byrne
What is your ninja skill?
I can make girls run away in horror from just one look at me.
What are you shit at?
Life.
When you think of a ‘Maverick’ who comes to mind and because of what traits?
Tom Cruise from Top Gun. Probably because his character's name is Maverick.
What is your favourite creative outlet?
Skateboarding.
Where do you find inspiration?
Saturday morning cartoons.
Favourite colour?
Blue.
What pair of shoes do you wear the most?
Adidas Busenitz Vulcs.
What tunes are you currently blasting and are they any good?
90's techno. Mr Vain. Do you even need to ask if it's any good?
