Spring collabs in bloom: five April drops mixing nostalgia, streetwear and heritage

Spring is finally here, and fashion collabs are popping up like fresh blooms. Kicking off April, brands are teaming up with nods to postal style, boxing heritage, and the nostalgic world of Bratz dolls.

Crocs x Barbour

Following its recent collaboration with Bape, Crocs is back—this time with British heritage label Barbour. United by their maritime roots, the two brands have unveiled their first-ever limited-edition collection. The range includes an outerwear piece, clogs, rubber boots, and nine custom Jibbitz charms to personalize the footwear styles.

The boots and clogs feature a tartan print selected to match the signature lining of Barbour jackets. “With practicality and a love for the outdoors at the heart of both our brands, this playful collaboration is a great way to celebrate our shared values,” said Ian Bergin, menswear director at Barbour. The collection is now available online.

Eastpak x Craig Green

For the first time, Eastpak has collaborated with Craig Green to launch a collection of quilted bags. The designs reimagine Eastpak’s most iconic shapes through Green’s utilitarian, workwear-inspired aesthetic. The collection pays tribute to Craig Green’s signature “Quilted Worker Jacket” and Eastpak’s military heritage.

Debuted during Craig Green’s Spring/Summer 2025 runway show, the capsule features three silhouettes distinguished by quilted exteriors, rope handles, nylon and rubber buckles, and multiple compartments. Available in monochrome shades of black, khaki, and navy, the pieces are already on sale.

Dr. Martens x Bratz

Dr. Martens and Bratz have teamed up for the first time on a collection that blends nostalgia with a playful edge. Breaking away from its usual palette, Dr. Martens introduces Bratz-inspired pink and purple hues across three footwear styles and a crossbody bag. The designs are rich in detail, with glitter soles, mixed textures, and studded accents.

The standout: a bold pair of 14-eyelet boots crafted in glossy Arcadia leather, finished with star details, flat velvet laces, a lace charm, a Bratz-branded tag—and a glitter sole (€250). The drop also includes glitter-trimmed sandals with faux pink fur and star-shaped buckles (€170). Launching on April 10, 2025, the collection will be available online and in all Dr. Martens stores.

Converse x Daily Paper

Converse and Daily Paper come together for a boxing-inspired collection celebrating resilience and determination. Blending both brands’ identities with an athletic twist, the launch features exclusive Star Player 76 styles and limited-edition apparel designed to embody strength and style.

The high-top sneaker arrives in a neutral “White Sand” colorway with suede and canvas textures. The low-top version comes in black with Daily Paper detailing in red, yellow, and green, including a multicolored Star Chevron logo.

The retro athletic style continues through five apparel pieces: a varsity jacket, two hoodies, wide-leg pants, and a thermal tee. Patches, satin embroidery, and Pan-African colors underscore the Daily Paper aesthetic. The collection drops on April 4, 2025, at Daily Paper flagship stores in Amsterdam and London, as well as on the Daily Paper, Converse, and SNKRS websites and through select global retailers.

Carhartt WIP x Merci

To mark the opening of its second Paris store at 19 Rue de Richelieu, Merci has reunited with Carhartt WIP. The collaboration pays tribute to the location’s former life as a post office. Together, the two brands created a print featuring stamp-inspired graphic elements applied in varying compositions across the collection.

The line includes a Wesley jacket modeled after Carhartt WIP’s classic chore coat, an apron that nods to Merci’s core identity, and a tote bag offered in two sizes—each with an external patch pocket, an interior pocket, and a snap-button closure. Made from cotton gabardine, all pieces feature dual-branded labels. Merci’s special edition label for the new store draws on postage stamp motifs and its iconic heart-clover symbol, while Carhartt WIP signs the collection with its signature logo. The line is already available online and at the new Paris store.