The Tabi Boot is the emblematic split-toe shoe of Maison Margiela. A fashion icon in its own right, the silhouette first appeared in the opening look of Maison’s debut show in October 1988, and has been continuously re-interpreted by the house since.

The MetaTABI Collection has been meticulously designed for the digital realm by The Fabricant, representing a unique fusion of craftsmanship and innovation.

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Owners of the MetaTABI will have the opportunity to claim a physical item while experiencing the digital Tabi Boots through AR and gaming.

The super-limited MetaTABI White (15 pieces) will come with an exclusive, physical limited edition hand-made Tabi Boots, in a never before seen fabrication with a golden foil animation applied manually respecting the Maison’s craftsmanship (only 15 pairs) while the limited edition MetaTABI Black (1.500 pieces) will come with a physical customized Maison Margiela black leather wallet featuring engraved holder’s crypto wallet number.

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Furthermore, both The MetaTABI White and MetaTABI Black represent a Mint-Pass that offers priority access to all upcoming projects Maison Margiela will unveil through its Web3 journey, featuring three simultaneous paths:

Scheduled for release on the 16th of April/ 24, this project continues the Maison’s journey of exploring digital technologies and new forms of communication for fashion enthusiasts, inspiring both current and future generations to envision fashion beyond traditional constraints.