Straight from the runway of Dior Spring Summer 2026, the Roadie marks the first sneaker designed by Jonathan Anderson since stepping into his role at the house. The model marks a clear shift in tone for Dior footwear, balancing technical construction with a relaxed, almost utilitarian attitude that feels aligned with Anderson’s approach to form and function.
SNEAKERS
The Roadie draws on the language of vintage driving shoes, reworked into a high-top lace-up silhouette. Its most defining element is the tubular sole construction, engineered as a single continuous form. This design choice gives the shoe flexibility and comfort while visually anchoring it in a more experimental, design-led space. The sole feels deliberate rather than decorative, reinforcing the idea of footwear as structure, not ornament.
Produced in Italy, the Roadie is crafted from suede calfskin and finished with a lambskin lining. A padded collar adds volume to the ankle, while oversized laces introduce a subtle ruggedness, completed with suede tips that echo the upper material. These elements keep the shoe grounded and tactile, avoiding unnecessary polish while maintaining Dior’s standards of material quality.
Branding appears with restraint. An embroidered Dior signature sits on the side panels, paired with embossed detailing on the tongue and heel. A leather loop at the back carries additional branding, integrated into the construction instead of standing apart from it. The rubber outsole features Dior’s Cannage motif engraved directly into the surface, a quiet reference to the house’s visual codes without turning them into a focal point.
The Dior Roadie arrives in four colorways: brown, gray, dark green, and beige. Each option reinforces the shoe’s understated character, allowing the design and materials to take precedence over color-driven impact. The palette feels intentional, positioned for wear beyond a single season or styling context.
Available now through Dior boutiques and online, the Roadie sets the foundation for Jonathan Anderson’s footwear direction at the house. It introduces a new vocabulary for Dior sneakers, one that favors construction, proportion, and material clarity over spectacle.
