This collaboration grew out of a shared respect for American craftsmanship and tradition. White's has built its reputation on traditional bootmaking methods that have stood the test of time, while Kato has redefined heritage clothing with a focus on comfort and modern wearability.
Together, we created a pair of boots that honor tradition without feeling bound by it. Built in the USA with the same rugged durability WHITE'S is known for, and refined with Kato's dedication to comfort, these boots are designed to be both functional and versatile. The result is a look that gets compliments in the city and dependability that gets respect on the job site. Every detail reflects a balance of rugged tradition and modern style. Built in the USA, this KATO x WHITE'S collaboration is not just built to last, but built to live in.
*US customer only
The next chapter of the Kato × White’s Boots Triple Black Series steps into new territory while holding the same uncompromising standard. This time, the collaboration takes the rugged DNA of White’s boots and distills it into a Derby Oxford—a silhouette with deeper roots than most realize.
The original Oxford patterns date back to 1932, when White’s began adapting their bootmaking expertise into lower-profile footwear built with the same durability. That spirit carries forward here. This isn’t a delicate dress shoe. It’s an Oxford built with the backbone of a work boot.
Like the boots that came before it in the series, the shoe is executed entirely in triple black—black leather, black midsole, black sole—letting the construction and materials take center stage.
Most Oxfords are designed for offices and formal settings. This one carries the DNA of the Pacific Northwest—rugged construction, dependable materials, and a silhouette that works just as well with denim as it does with tailored clothing.
