Rick Owens
Quad Sole Megalace Leather Mules Rick Owens X Dr. Martens Men
CA$540.00CAD
In Stock
The Rick Owens x Dr. Martens Quad Sole Megalace mule is a men's backless slip-on shoe built on a 5 cm (2 in) PVC Quad platform sole with air cushions for shock absorption and a 6.5 cm (2.5 in) heel, finished with yellow and white welt stitching. It has a heavyweight matte nubuck leather upper with leather lining and a padded leather footbed, and a wide beige lace threaded through silver palladium D-rings in a star-pattern crisscross across the vamp. Model number DM02F18156001; intended for everyday wear as an open-heel platform mule.
- Material
- Heavyweight nubuck leather upper; leather lining; leather padded footbed; PVC Quad sole
- Gender
- male
- Style
- grunge, gothic, edgy, industrial, experimental, minimal
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Shoes
Color
Specifications
Rick Owens x Dr. Martens leather mules with star-pattern lacing, palladium hardware, and a platform Quad sole.
Heavyweight nubuck leather upper, leather lining and padded footbed, multiple star-pattern lacing, silvery palladium hardware, white and yellow stitching, slip-resistant PVC Quad sole with air cushions, 6.5 cm heel and 5 cm platform.
- Material
- Heavyweight nubuck leather upper; leather lining; leather padded footbed; PVC Quad sole
- Secondary
- pvc
- Style
- grunge, gothic, edgy, industrial, experimental, minimal
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Shoes
Additional Attributes
- heavyweight nubuck leather upper with a matte finish
- leather lining
- leather padded footbed
- durable and slip-resistant PVC Quad sole
- air cushions in sole for better shock absorption
- white and signature yellow stitching
- multiple star-pattern lacing
- silvery palladium hardware
- heel height 6.5 cm (2.5 inches)
- platform height 5 cm (2 inches)
- Rick Owens x Dr. Martens collaboration
- architectural avant-garde design with refined disproportion
- model number DM02F18156001
Product Insights
Quad Sole Megalace Leather Mules Rick Owens X Dr. Martens Men Listed sizes are UK; the model runs generous, so many wearers should size down one full size from their usual sneaker size. Leather-lined padded footbed is smooth, so bare feet can slide and get clammy in the open-back design; thin socks or a suede-topped insole are practical fixes. Heavyweight nubuck upper has a matte finish and an open, porous surface that absorbs dirt, moisture and oils more readily than sealed leathers. The sole is welt constructed with a double stitch in Dr. Martens yellow and Rick Owens pearl/white; it can be replaced by a cobbler, but as a heat-sealed bonded resole rather than a factory rebuild. The lacing adjusts instep tension only, not heel retention; the mule is built for ordinary walking, not running or rough ground.
Verified claims
- fit_and_sizing
- Listed sizes are UK; the model runs generous, so many wearers should size down one full size from their usual sneaker size.
- fit_and_sizing
- The size run is whole UK sizes 7-12 with no half sizes, and UK 7 is both the smallest option and the likely landing spot for a size-down.
- comfort
- Leather-lined padded footbed is smooth, so bare feet can slide and get clammy in the open-back design; thin socks or a suede-topped insole are practical fixes.
- comfort
- Star-pattern lacing spreads pressure across a broader area of the instep, which can reduce hotspots for high arches, wide feet or sensitive tops of the foot.
- suitable_uses
- The lacing adjusts instep tension only, not heel retention; the mule is built for ordinary walking, not running or rough ground.
- material
- Heavyweight nubuck upper has a matte finish and an open, porous surface that absorbs dirt, moisture and oils more readily than sealed leathers.
- material
- Nubuck develops a patina: heavy-use areas darken and smooth as fibres flatten, and nap direction can make an area look discoloured even when it is not damaged.
- material
- Composition is 100% nubuck leather upper, cowhide leather and textile lining/sock, and a 100% PVC outer sole.
- maintenance
- Regular brushing with a soft nubuck or suede brush is the most important nubuck maintenance habit; brush in one direction for a consistent nap.
- maintenance
- A water- and stain-repellent spray formulated for nubuck or suede is recommended to reduce how much moisture and dirt the leather absorbs.
- maintenance
- Avoid regular smooth-leather conditioners, polishes and cleaners; use products specifically formulated for nubuck or suede.
- maintenance
- If the nubuck gets wet, blot rather than rub away excess moisture and let it dry naturally away from direct heat.
- maintenance
- Palladium-finish hardware should be cleaned with distilled water only on a barely damp microfiber cloth and zero pressure; a jeweler's polishing cloth used once and gently is the maximum safe at-home intervention for light tarnish.
- construction
- PVC Quad sole uses air cushions for shock absorption and is described as durable and slip-resistant; heel height is 6.5 cm (2.5 in) and platform height is 5 cm (2 in).
- construction
- The sole is welt constructed with a double stitch in Dr. Martens yellow and Rick Owens pearl/white; it can be replaced by a cobbler, but as a heat-sealed bonded resole rather than a factory rebuild.
- construction
- The star-pattern Megalace lacing is genuine, threading through palladium-finish eyelets and hooks, so tension across the vamp can be adjusted.
- styling
- Matte black upper, beige flat laces, yellow welt stitching, white stitch trim and silver palladium hardware create the industrial, architectural Rick Owens look.
- styling
- Insole branding reads Dr. Martens and rick owens, marking the collaboration inside the shoe as well as outside.
- value
- All six sizes are the same Black colourway at 540 CAD with no large-size upcharge, and all are in stock, so the only choice is size.
- fit
- When trying on, check that the vamp reaches back over the bridge of the instep and that the rear rim stands proud behind the heel, so the heel sits inside the footbed rather than over the lip.
Product record
- Title
- Quad Sole Megalace Leather Mules Rick Owens X Dr. Martens Men
- Brand
- Rick Owens
- Price
- 540 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 13 sourcesProduct comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Quad Sole Megalace Leather Mules Rick Owens X Dr. Martens Men: Choose this if you want a statement backless platform mule from the Rick Owens x Dr. Martens collaboration, whose design is described as focusing on studiously refined disproportion. It pairs a matte black 100% nubuck leather upper with wide beige star-pattern lacing through silver D-rings, an open heel, and a chunky quad platform sole (2 inches high with a 2.5-inch heel) in durable, slip-resistant PVC with air cushions for better shock absorption, plus a leather lining and padded footbed. Offered in Black only, in men's sizes 7 through 12, so it fits those comfortable with a bold, heavyweight silhouette rather than a conventional slip-on.[1,2,3] | Geth Megalace® Sneaker Men: Choose this if you want a statement low-top with Rick Owens' maximalist, deconstructed take on a running shoe, defined by wide crossover MEGALACE lacing wrapping the upper and a thick sculpted off-white platform sole. It is made in Italy with a 100% cow leather upper, calfskin leather lining and padded footbed, and non-skid EVA outer sole, offered in black in sizes 40 through 46. Note that one wearer found they feel more like leather shoes than sneakers, though he expected them to break in easily and mold to the foot.[4,5,6,7,8,9] | Concordians Platform Boots Men: Choose this if you want a dramatic, androgynous platform boot in Rick Owens' dark-extravagance aesthetic: these mid-calf boots pair a 100% calf leather upper, lining, footbed, and sock with a very thick sculpted wedge platform (2.75 inches / 7 cm) and 5.5-inch (14 cm) heel, plus a non-skid jagged outsole and back pull loop for easy on. They're made in Italy in black, with sizes 40, 41, 42, 43, and 45 offered, and include a signature storage box and tote bag. Note the availability is limited to a single black colorway and a specific size range, so they suit shoppers whose fit and taste align with that bold, statement-making silhouette.[10,11,12,13] |
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Side profile of a backless mule-style shoe with a smooth black upper, crisscrossed wide beige laces threaded through metal D-rings, and a thick ridged black platform sole with visible yellow welt stitching.
- Overall silhouetteLow-back mule silhouette shown in left side profile with closed rounded toe and open heel.
1 region
x 0.04 · y 0.36 · w 0.92 · h 0.40 (high) - Upper material and finishSmooth matte black leather upper with minimal visible seams and a single top edge seam around the heel collar.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.38 · w 0.66 · h 0.24 (high) - Lacing configurationWide flat beige laces wrapped and crisscrossed multiple times across the vamp, forming an X pattern and tied or looped near the toe area.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.38 · w 0.46 · h 0.20 (high) - Lace hardwarePolished silver metal D-rings anchored on small black leather tabs along the lower vamp and a single silver cylindrical stopper near the instep.
2 regions
x 0.52 · y 0.38 · w 0.20 · h 0.10 (high); x 0.30 · y 0.45 · w 0.08 · h 0.06 (medium) - Sole constructionThick layered platform sole with horizontally ribbed mid-to-lower surface and deep rectangular lug cutouts on the outsole edge.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.58 · w 0.88 · h 0.25 (high) - Welt stitchingDistinct yellow welt stitching running around the perimeter where upper meets sole, with an additional white stitch line immediately above it.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.53 · w 0.84 · h 0.07 (high) - Toe detailRounded closed toe covered by the upper with laces crossing the toe cap area and a small metal ring or cap visible at the extreme front where laces converge.
1 region
x 0.72 · y 0.42 · w 0.20 · h 0.14 (high) - Interior visibleInterior footbed and heel area visible due to open back; interior appears black and smoothly finished.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.39 · w 0.18 · h 0.17 (high)
Other
Studio product shot of a left-side profile on a light neutral background with soft shadow beneath the sole. Even front-facing lighting with minimal glare.
- Shot compositionShoe centered horizontally in frame, shown in strict left profile occupying the lower half of the image.
- Background and supportUniform pale gray background with a faint soft shadow under the sole indicating studio lighting and a flat support surface.
- Lighting and reflectionsEven diffuse lighting with subtle specular highlights along the top edge of the upper and on metal hardware, no harsh shadows.
Colors
matte black· upper#12110Epale beige· lacessafety yellow· welt stitchingbright white· stitch trim above weltdark charcoal· sole#1A1A16polished silver· metal hardware- Overall silhouetteLow-back mule silhouette shown in left side profile with closed rounded toe and open heel.
- 02
Product
Pair of open-back black leather mules with chunky ridged platform soles, visible yellow and white welt stitching, and crisscross beige laces threaded through metal D-rings. Image shows the rear/heel area of both shoes.
- Upper material and finishMatte black leather upper with a smooth finish visible on the heel counters and sidewalls.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.44 · w 0.40 · h 0.36 (high); x 0.50 · y 0.46 · w 0.40 · h 0.36 (high) - Open-back mule silhouetteShoe backs are open with the interior heel area exposed, showing a rounded topline and inner lining.
2 regions
x 0.08 · y 0.30 · w 0.36 · h 0.32 (high); x 0.52 · y 0.30 · w 0.34 · h 0.32 (high) - Lacing detailWide beige/tan laces crisscross over the vamp and wrap toward the heel, threaded through silver metal D-ring eyelets.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.30 · w 0.52 · h 0.34 (high) - Quad/stacked platform sole geometryThick multi-layered ridged platform sole with a deep tread and a pronounced arch cutout at the midfoot visible from the rear angle.
1 region
x 0.04 · y 0.64 · w 0.92 · h 0.34 (high) - Welt stitchingTwo visible welt stitch rows around the junction of upper and sole: one white stitch row above a yellow stitch row that follows the sole perimeter.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.63 · w 0.78 · h 0.12 (high) - Metal hardwareSmall silver metal D-rings and lace hooks visible on the shoe sides where laces pass through.
2 regions
x 0.28 · y 0.40 · w 0.12 · h 0.10 (high); x 0.64 · y 0.40 · w 0.10 · h 0.10 (high)
Other
Studio product shot showing the rear view of two shoes on a uniform light gray background with soft directional lighting and minimal shadowing. Image is cropped to focus on heels and soles.
- Background and compositionEven light gray seamless background occupying the full frame, shoes placed near the lower half and centered horizontally.
- Lighting and shadowSoft diffuse lighting from above-left producing gentle shadows beneath and slightly behind the soles.
- Shot angleRear-facing, low-angle three-quarter view that emphasizes heels, toplines, and platform sole profile.
Colors
matte black· upper#120E0Blight beige· lacesdark brown black· sole#35322Csafety yellow· welt stitching - yellowbright white· welt stitching - white- Upper material and finishMatte black leather upper with a smooth finish visible on the heel counters and sidewalls.
- 03
Product
Top-down view of a pair of black leather slip-on mules with wide beige woven laces arranged in an intricate crisscross pattern, silver metal D-ring attachments, visible yellow welt stitching and chunky black quad soles; interior footbeds show printed brand text.
- Overall shapePair of slip-on mule shoes shown from above with rounded toe boxes, low-cut open heel area and thick platform-like black soles.
1 region
x 0.04 · y 0.02 · w 0.92 · h 0.96 (high) - Upper materialSmooth matte black leather upper visible across toe and vamp areas.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.06 · w 0.76 · h 0.46 (high) - Lacing patternWide flat beige woven laces arranged in dense crisscross and star-like overlapping pattern across the vamp of each shoe, looping through metal D-rings at the toe and sides.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.05 · w 0.80 · h 0.60 (high) - Metal hardwareSmall silver-toned metal D-rings anchoring lace ends at the top of the toe and along the sides.
2 regions
x 0.21 · y 0.09 · w 0.12 · h 0.10 (high); x 0.67 · y 0.09 · w 0.12 · h 0.10 (high) - Welt stitchingVisible continuous yellow stitching along the perimeter where upper meets sole, contrasting with black leather and black sole.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.04 · w 0.80 · h 0.84 (high) - Sole construction visibleThick black sole with visible squared edge profile around the shoe, forming a chunky platform silhouette.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.02 · w 0.84 · h 0.28 (high) - Insole brandingPrinted text and circular logo visible on each black insole; left and right insoles show mirrored printed branding elements.
2 regions
x 0.14 · y 0.62 · w 0.34 · h 0.34 (high); x 0.53 · y 0.62 · w 0.34 · h 0.34 (high) - Insole text“Dr. Martens”
1 region
x 0.17 · y 0.72 · w 0.28 · h 0.16 (high) - Additional insole text“Dr. Martens”
1 region
x 0.57 · y 0.72 · w 0.28 · h 0.16 (high) - Signature text“rick owens”
2 regions
x 0.28 · y 0.64 · w 0.18 · h 0.06 (high); x 0.66 · y 0.64 · w 0.18 · h 0.06 (high)
Other
Studio top-down product shot on a uniform light gray background with soft even lighting and minimal shadows; both shoes fully visible and centered, image cropped close to shoe edges.
- Shot compositionTop-down centered pair layout showing both shoes parallel and symmetrically placed against a light neutral background.
- BackgroundSmooth light gray backdrop occupying entire image area around the shoes.
- Lighting and shadowsEven diffuse lighting with soft minimal shadows beneath the soles, no strong specular highlights.
Colors
matte black· upper leather#1E1D19warm beige· laces#D5C2B3vivid yellow· welt stitching#D5C3B3deep black· sole#33322Dsilver· metal hardwarepale off-white· insole print- Overall shapePair of slip-on mule shoes shown from above with rounded toe boxes, low-cut open heel area and thick platform-like black soles.
Variants
6 SKUs| SKU | Title | Price | Avail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4596416 | Quad Sole Megalace Leather Mules Rick Owens X Dr. Martens Men - Black - 7 | CA$540.00 | Yes |
| 4596417 | Quad Sole Megalace Leather Mules Rick Owens X Dr. Martens Men - Black - 8 | CA$540.00 | Yes |
| 4596418 | Quad Sole Megalace Leather Mules Rick Owens X Dr. Martens Men - Black - 9 | CA$540.00 | Yes |
| 4596419 | Quad Sole Megalace Leather Mules Rick Owens X Dr. Martens Men - Black - 10 | CA$540.00 | Yes |
| 4596420 | Quad Sole Megalace Leather Mules Rick Owens X Dr. Martens Men - Black - 11 | CA$540.00 | Yes |
| 4596421 | Quad Sole Megalace Leather Mules Rick Owens X Dr. Martens Men - Black - 12 | CA$540.00 | Yes |