Versatile Cat Footwear Styles for the South African Lifestyle

As we enter winter, it’s time to get those wardrobes ready!

But first, it’s always good to look at what trends are turning heads in the fashion scene. Of course, building your personal wardrobe doesn’t necessarily need to revolve solely around trends, however, trends are a good way to gain some inspiration.

Luckily for you, we’ve done the research and rounded up some fun fashion looks featuring our versatile footwear for you to rock this season.

1. Earth Tones

 This season, we are seeing a clear shift towards earthy colour palettes.

From burnt sienna to olive green, taupe to espresso, charcoal to ochre - earth tones truly capture the rich, cultural heritage of Africa. This soothing colour palette captures the warmth of the soft African sun, the vibrant wildlife, and the inviting atmosphere, all of which influence our fashion.

Trends may come and go, but earth tones will always have a strong foothold in the African fashion scene.

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The beauty behind this fashion trend is that it can fall into so many different fashion categories, and while the colour palette may remain the same, the looks that can be created differ vastly. Pair our Heritage Uniform Twill Shirt Jacket with our Foundation Canvas Carpenter Straight trousers, and complete the look with our Versage Mid in the beaned colourway.

2. Animal Prints

There is something so sophisticated about an animal print - when it's done correctly!

Ditch the over-the-top ‘gaudy’ look, and pair your animal prints with sleek, rich neutrals such as maroon, grey, chocolate, black, and white.

These colours provide a sharp contrast for the print to shine through, while creating a stunning, luxe feel to it.

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Leather and prints always look amazing together, so to create this look, we’d recommend pairing our W Waxed Moto Jacket with our Grader Harness boots as your base. Then, let a single printed piece - whether it’s a bold tee or a flowing skirt - take centre stage. The contrast will make it pop against the sleek leather.

3. Tactical Attire

 This fashion aesthetic has risen in popularity due to its effortless blend of functionality and edge.

You may be familiar with tactical gear and what it entails. The multi-functional pockets, the durable fabrics, and adjustable fit - it’s no wonder that these garment designs lend themselves so well to everyday wear.

Just think, cargo pants, body warmers, and boots that are comfortable for all-day wear.

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Without boasting too much, we believe that our footwear and apparel completely hit the nail on the head when it comes to blending function with fashion. If you are looking to create the ideal tactical outfit, then you’ll want to add a pair of our Diesel pants to your basket, our Foundation Bonded Insulated Vest, and finally, a pair of our Threshold Hiker WP boots.

4. Y2K Reimagined

That’s right, this iconic fashion aesthetic has resurfaced this season, but with a nostalgic, modern twist.

Known for its bold, playful, and futuristic elements, this fashion aesthetic comprises low-rise jeans, baggy pants, chunky sneakers, and, of course, lots of denim!

In the early emergence of this trend, the fashion style was seen as quirky and chaotic. Today, we see a striking balance between loud and muted elements. Think, baggy jeans with a fitted baby tee, or bold metallic accents with monochrome colours

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Since this look can manifest in so many stunning ways, we encourage you to zone in on some interesting, statement items, and then style your outfit around them. For example, our Rewrite Frontier might catch our ladies' attention. Pair these with a simple denim mini skirt and a form-fitting black t-shirt. On the other hand, perhaps our heavyweight Insulated Puffer Jacket caught your eye. Then pair this with some low-rise blue jeans, a baby t-shirt, and our Intruders.

Blending Fashion and Comfort

All things considered, Caterpillar is all about blending fashion and comfort, because we believe in crafting footwear and apparel for our earthmovers of today. With the right gear and the right shoe, we all have the potential to break new ground!

So, as you step into winter, we want to see how you’re styling your Caterpillar looks. Whether you’re embracing rich, earthy tones, rocking bold animal prints, or experimenting with that nostalgic Y2K flair - we’re here for it all.

Create your looks, tag us on socials, and let's take over the fashion scene this winter.