Blundstone × POP Trading Company: Chelsea boots that reinterpret a skateboarding icon
Blundstone × POP Trading Company: Australia's most iconic boot reimagined through the lens of skateboarding
Some brands need no introduction. And some collaborations, the moment you see them, just make sense.
Blundstone × POP Trading Company is one of those. Two brands with strong, distinct identities — seemingly from different worlds — that share something deeper than aesthetics: a genuine respect for materials, construction and doing things properly.
We carry it at Moksín because it fits exactly what we look for: product with history, with a point of view and with real-world use built in.
What is Blundstone and why has it stayed relevant for over 150 years?
Blundstone was founded in Hobart, Tasmania, in 1870. What started as a work boot for people who needed footwear that could take a beating gradually became one of the most recognisable icons in global footwear.
The secret to its staying power isn't trends — it's a formula that hasn't changed: quality leather, a durable rubber sole, side elastics and a construction built to last. The Chelsea boot that needs no laces, slips on in seconds and keeps going for years.
Over 150 years later, Blundstone is still true to that. And when it does collaborate, it chooses carefully.
Who is POP Trading Company and why does this collab matter?
POP Trading Company is an Amsterdam-based skateboarding brand. What sets it apart within the skate world isn't just the product — it's the attitude: a way of approaching urban culture that blends European streetwear heritage with the aesthetic of nineties skate.
Their collaborations carry real weight. POP Trading has worked with Huf, New Balance and Spitfire, always on their own terms and without losing their identity in the process.
The Blundstone collab is no different. This isn't about slapping a logo on a boot. It's a genuine reinterpretation of the Australian brand's most iconic silhouette, with materials and details that only POP Trading could bring to the table.
The two boots from the Blundstone × POP Trading collab
Blundstone 2621 — Glazed Ginger Pony
The 2621 celebrates texture and patina as its central design argument.
The base is premium water-resistant oiled, burnished suede in the warm tawny tone that gives Glazed Ginger its name. But the element that truly defines this boot — the thing that separates it from anything in the standard Blundstone catalogue — is the hair-on cowhide backstrap. That rear panel, built from natural cowhide with the hair on, isn't a decorative touch. It's a statement.
Add to that the double-stitched leather louvres over the outside elastic, the contoured EVA footbed with XRD® heel cushioning technology and the steel shank for structural stability, and you have a boot that's both visually distinctive and built to perform.
The result has a genuine frontier character — rugged and refined at the same time. The kind of boot that improves with wear.
Worth noting: because it's made with natural cowhide hair, every pair is unique. The variations in markings and tone are part of the piece, not a flaw.
Blundstone 2622 — Double Black Pony
If the 2621 is about texture and colour, the 2622 is about texture and depth.
Same technical foundation: premium water-resistant oiled, burnished suede, same XRD® EVA footbed, same steel shank. But the palette here is all black. Double Black, as the name says — black suede with a black hair-on cowhide backstrap.
The effect is completely different. Where the 2621 has an expressive, frontier-inspired character, the 2622 has a quiet finesse, almost formal. The contrast between the hair texture and the black leather is the kind of detail you only notice up close — which is exactly where the value of this boot lives.
The double-stitched leather louvres over the elastic and the POP Trading logo boot loop are the only two visible brand elements. Understated and precise.
How is the Blundstone × POP Trading different from a standard Blundstone?
It's the most direct question and it has a clear answer. A standard Blundstone is an excellent boot — functional, durable and timeless. The POP Trading version doesn't improve on that functionality; it reinterprets it aesthetically, with materials and details that simply don't exist in the regular catalogue.
The natural hair-on cowhide backstrap, the double-stitched leather louvres over the outside elastic, the POP Trading-branded XRD® footbed, the logo boot loop and the exclusive collab lining pattern are all unique to these two models. It's a Blundstone you'd recognise instantly as a Blundstone — but with something more. And that something more is exactly what makes it interesting.
Why it belongs at Moksín
We carry Blundstone at Moksín because it's a brand that delivers on its promises: boots that last, that you don't have to think about and that get better with time. The POP Trading collab adds an editorial layer that goes well beyond a seasonal product.
These are boots that make sense whether you already know Blundstone and want something more specific, or whether you're coming to the brand through POP Trading's skate and urban culture.
You can find them in our online store and in our physical stores in Moksín Santiago, Moksín A Estrada and Xove by Moksín, where we'll help you choose between the two models based on your style and how you plan to wear them.
Frequently asked questions about Blundstone × POP Trading Company
What is POP Trading Company?
POP Trading Company is an Amsterdam-based skateboarding brand known for its European urban aesthetic and collaborations with names like New Balance, Huf and Spitfire. Their approach brings skate culture together with a considered design sensibility that sets them apart within the streetwear world.
What models are included in the Blundstone × POP Trading collab?
The collaboration includes two models: the #2621 Glazed Ginger Pony, in burnished tawny suede with a natural-tone hair-on cowhide backstrap, and the #2622 Double Black Pony, in black suede with an all-black hair-on cowhide backstrap. Both share the same technical foundation but have completely different aesthetics and characters.
How is the Blundstone × POP Trading different from a regular Blundstone?
The difference lies in the exclusive materials and details: hair-on cowhide backstrap, double-stitched leather louvres over the outside elastic, POP Trading-branded XRD® contoured footbed, logo boot loop and exclusive collab lining. The construction and functionality are pure Blundstone — the visual identity is all collab.
Why is every Glazed Ginger Pony boot different?
Because the backstrap is made from natural cowhide hair — a living material with natural variations in tone and markings between pairs. That variation is part of the design: no two boots are exactly alike, which makes each pair its own thing.
Are the Blundstone × POP Trading boots comfortable for everyday wear?
Yes. They carry all of Blundstone's comfort engineering: contoured EVA footbed with XRD® heel shock absorption, steel shank for stability and water-resistant leather. These are boots built for extended wear, just like any standard model from the brand.
Where can I buy the Blundstone × POP Trading boots in Spain?
They're available at Moksín — both in our online store and in our physical stores in Santiago de Compostela, A Estrada and Xove by Moksín. In store, we'll help you find the right fit between the two models, since Blundstone has a specific last that's worth trying before you commit.