Hidden Gems of LA x Palladium

Actress Odette Annable takes us through some of her favourite hidden spots in LA, sporting great styles from Palladium's LITE range. She goes from prohibition-era hotel basements to giant artist complexes, showing us parts of LA we're sure we'd never normally stumble across.



The video also features music from Beach Fossils, a summery band we can't wait to play when it really heats up. For more on the boots, and to find out about the rest of their Explorer series, click here.

Palladium LITE SS '11

Palladium was founded in 1920 in Lyon, France to make tires for the fledging aviation industry, layering brands of canvas underneath vulcanised rubber. They were so successful that they soon equipped the majority of Europe’s air fleets. In 1947, after the end of WWII saw the demand for aircraft tires decrease, Palladium used their expertise to make boots that were as hard wearing as their tires. The boots were so comfortable and durable that they were adopted by the legendary French Foreign Legion for their rugged use. With over 60 years if authenticity and heritage, Palladium relaunched in 2009 for modern day explorers around the world. While the timeless design remains unchanged, the boots are now lighter and more comfortable than ever before and feature premium materials throughout the range.

We are loving these boots. What do you guys think?

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"Detroit Lives"

Palladium are continuing their quest to explore hidden, forgotten and abandoned places in urban environments. Their latest being "Detroit Lives" features Jackass star Johnny Knoxville, who takes viewers on an "off-the-beaten path" exploration through the city to discover if there's more to Detroit than the scenes of destruction and abandonment that it has become known for.

Once the fourth-largest metropolis in America—some have called Detroit the Death of the American Dream. In this 30 minute 3 part episode documentary, Knoxville discovers a DIY paradise full of artists and entrepreneurs who view the abandoned "D" as a raw space where young people can create community and start rebuilding their city from the inside out. A burgeoning class of young people are inspiring each other by using the cities 'disadvantages' as opportunities. His hosts include notable Detroit punk band The Dirtbombs and hip-hop artist Black Milk.

A very interesting and inspiring viewing.
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Daisy Lowe: Palladium Authenticity

Palladium Authenticity - Daisy Lowe from Palladium on Vimeo.

In this exclusive original video, for Palladium, Daisy Lowe put her boots on and explored an 18th century Georgian house in the heart of Spitalfields, musing on the music she likes, her idols and what inspires her.

In the film, Daisy shares the importance of authenticity and being original, characteristics, which she embodies in the way she dresses and her personal style. With new fads coming and going every day, and copy cats everywhere, the movement towards authenticity and originality is a great thing. Palladium has been the original for over 60 years, and this is why we're proud to present this film.

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