Step into an ultra-unique twist on classic footwear with our latest collection of Baggins Originals. Our new line of OGs celebrate the fusion of art, history, and style, using archived sources for eye-catching designs. As with all custom-printed shoes, Baggins Originals are meticulously crafted, made to order, and designed in-house by our creative team. With a commitment to quality and originality, we bring you a diverse range of styles that reflect different eras, cultures, and artistic movements.
Baggins Original Low Top Steamboat Willie
First up, we're taking advantage of a major addition to the creative commons! Recently, Steamboat Willie, one of the first animated Disney cartoons has hit the public domain. We used some of the most iconic imagery to take a nostalgic journey back to the golden age of animation. Featuring classic black-and-white designs inspired by Mickey Mouse's iconic debut, these shoes pay homage to a timeless era of creativity and innovation.
Baggins Original Hi Top Ornamental Blackwork
Embrace the beauty of historical printing techniques with our Ornamental Blackwork shoes. Designed using intricate blackwork prints dating back to the 17th century, these hi-tops offer a blend of elegance and tradition that's perfect for any occasion.
Make a splash with our Ducks hi-tops, featuring charming woodblock prints from 19th-century Japanese toy catalogs. With their whimsical design and vibrant colors, these shoes are sure to add a touch of fun to your wardrobe.
Baggins Original Hi Tops Woodblock Bird
Channel the beauty of nature with our Woodblock Bird shoes, showcasing stunning polychrome woodblock prints from 18th-century Japan. Each pair is a work of art, capturing the essence of traditional craftsmanship and timeless elegance.
Baggins Original Hi Tops Cranes
Elevate your style with our Cranes shoes, featuring intricate patterns inspired by traditional Japanese kimono designs. With their striking visuals and rich cultural heritage, these shoes are a true expression of timeless elegance and sophistication.
Enter a world of surreal beauty with our Dream shoes, featuring artwork from the 19th-century masterpiece "A Dream of Crime & Punishment" by J.J. Grandville. With their dark and enigmatic design, these shoes are sure to spark conversation and intrigue wherever you go.
Baggins Original Hi Top Ends of the Earth
Embark on a journey of discovery with our Ends of the Earth shoes, featuring mysterious artwork from Camille Flammarion's "L’atmosphère: météorologie populaire." With their enigmatic design and cryptic symbolism, these shoes are a true conversation starter.
Baggins Original Hi Tops Fairytale
Experience the magic of fairy tales with our Fairytale shoes, featuring artwork from Friedrich Heinrich Ernst Schneidler's "Deutsche Märchen seit Grimm." With their timeless design and classic aesthetic, these shoes are a perfect blend of fantasy and fashion.
Baggins Original Hi Tops Jacob’s Ladder
Reach for the stars with our Jacob’s Ladder shoes, featuring breathtaking artwork from William Blake's iconic masterpiece. With their celestial design and symbolic imagery, these shoes are a true testament to the power of imagination and creativity.
Baggins Original Hi Tops Olfactory
Explore the wonders of science with our Olfactory shoes, featuring diagrams of the human olfactory system from Camillo Golgi's groundbreaking research. With their educational design and artistic flair, these shoes are a perfect blend of form and function.
Baggins Original Hi Tops Planetary System
Embark on a celestial journey with our Planetary System shoes, featuring ornate maps of the cosmos from Levi Walter Yaggy's "Geographical Study." With their cosmic design and vintage charm, these shoes are a true tribute to the wonders of the universe.
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Our Art Nouveau series of Baggins Originals designs pulls artwork from the Smithsonian archives, specifically from a book published in 1896 called Plants and Their Application to Ornament by Franco-Swiss decorative artist Eugène Grasset. Grasset was one of the most in-demand artists of his time and was massively influential on the upcoming Art Nouveau movement. Although Grasset's name is in lights, the drawings and lithographs were actually executed by his students, including several by Maurice Pillard Verneuil (1869-1942), who himself went on to publish his own influential ornamental pattern books.
Baggins Original Low Tops Art Nouveau Cyclamen
Celebrate the elegance of the Art Nouveau movement with our Cyclamen shoes, featuring abstracted artwork from the late 19th century. Inspired by the botanical designs of Franco-Swiss artist Eugène Grasset, these shoes are a timeless tribute to beauty and creativity.
Baggins Original Low Tops Art Nouveau Mixed Collage
Another whimsical addition to our Art Nouveau collection, introducing our Mixed Collage shoes! Featuring vibrant patterns and colours inspired by the works of Maurice Pillard Verneuil. With their playful design and intricate details, these shoes are a true celebration of artistic expression and individuality.
Baggins Original Low Tops Art Nouveau Green
Experience the beauty of nature with Art Nouveau in Green, featuring abstracted artwork of Polugonatum or Solomon’s Seal from the Art Nouveau era. With their organic shapes and earthy tones, these shoes are a perfect blend of style and a love for nature.
Baggins Original Low Tops Art Nouveau Yellow
The Baggins Original Low Tops Art Nouveau Mixed Collage is part of our Art Nouveau collection, this specific design features abstracted artwork of Polugonatum or Solomon’s Seal in yellows, browns and greens.
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Thanks for checking out our latest collection of Baggins Original designs! We have so much fun designing these and hope you love them as much as we do. If you're inspired to create your own, check out our custom printshop! We have a tool online that allows you to create your own design for custom printing, and designers on hand to help out where needed.
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