Collection: MICHAEL 80 YEARS
It was in 1945, in a post-war context where the essential thing was to create objects capable of lasting, that the company launched an unprecedented model: the Michael derby.
Designed for professionals working on their feet – farmers, lumberjacks, laborers – this shoe quickly made a name for itself for its robustness, comfort and assertive style. A singular design, with a rounded last, thick beading and scalloped welt, makes this model instantly recognizable.
Michael has never been so relevant. For several years now, it has enjoyed renewed success in all markets. Today, it’s an unmissable classic, a wardrobe essential that transcends genres and trends.
In 2025, Paraboot reaffirms the singularity of its style and the legitimacy of its creation. At a time when fashion is looking for meaning, Michael proves that certain objects – thought through with care, made to last – can remain inimitable.
8 decades, 8 limited editions
Created with the support of Basile Lapray, Paraboot is proud to present 8 limited editions of the Michael. The cornerstone of this celebration, these limited editions correspond to the 8 decades that this iconic model has been around.
An opportunity to remind the fashion world that Paraboot is the undisputed owner of this iconic shoe, having made the Michael decades before its competitors.
These designs, drawn from the company’s archives and enriched with details specific to each era, illustrate Michael’s ability to cross styles and trends while remaining true to its identity.
