Oakley’s latest drop is here, and it’s more than just a collection — it’s a moment in time. Or rather, a blend of moments. With the first of three FW24 releases, Oakley Factory Team, helmed by creative renegades at Brain Dead, presents pieces that pull from the past and leap into the future. What you get are future classics, crafted for today’s adventurers and style seekers.
In this drop, Oakley brings us two reinvented footwear staples, the Flesh and Chop Saw, both clad in earthy, textured tones that almost feel organic, as if they’ve grown out of some futuristic landscape. The Flesh comes in an eye-catching Java colour-way, with a caviar-black mesh collar and a caviar-green outsole that brings rugged sophistication. The Chop Saw? Equally as striking, with a black-ink front panel and dark gull grey lining that whispers space-age design. Both are perfect for stepping into 2024 or maybe even 2001: A Space Odyssey — whichever timeline your vibe aligns with.
But Oakley’s new drop doesn’t stop at shoes. They’ve gone further with two eyewear staples, the Mumbo and the Eye Jacket™. The Mumbo keeps things iconic, nodding to Oakley’s heritage with a rounded, classic silhouette, plus a little extra flair thanks to Brain Dead’s signature logo and interchangeable lenses. On the other hand, the Eye Jacket™ pushes things forward with frameless, clean-cut lenses that feel like they’ve been pulled straight from the future. Each pair of sunglasses comes in a case adorned with a special coin celebrating Brain Dead’s 10-year anniversary — bringing together past and future in a single, tangible token.
What makes this collection so special isn’t just the innovative design or the cool factor. It’s the fact that these pieces are made for real people. Whether you’re out chasing adrenaline or cozying up at home, Oakley’s vision is designed to complement your life — whatever it looks like. Their blend of human-centric technology and aesthetic experimentation offers the best of both worlds: practicality and futurism wrapped in one.
The release may be futuristic, but these pieces are grounded in Oakley’s rich heritage. The team has taken their iconic styles and injected them with new life. There’s a sense of continuity — a nod to their roots — but also a drive to push the boundaries of what’s possible in fashion and function. It’s this balance of past, present, and future that makes Oakley’s FW24 drop not just a release, but a statement.
The collection is now available at Oakley.com and wearebraindead.com
photography. Alex Cascallana
words. Gennaro Costanzo
