Mary J. Blige has finally given fans what they’ve been asking for, unveiling a limited-edition boot inspired by her signature style statement boots.
The Queen of Hip-Hop Soul joined forces with Giuseppe Zanotti for the highly-anticipated boot. Called “The Mary Boot,” the slouchy mirrored rose gold thigh-high creations feature a block heel.
The boots are sold at giuseppezanotti.com for $1,295. They are also exclusively available at Atlanta’s Giuseppe Zanotti boutique.
Mary J. Blige teased the collab during her Strength of a Woman Festival and Summit last weekend.
“The Mary J. Blige boot is officially in the universe,” she announced in a recent video. “Everybody’s been asking for it. The announcement was made on stage while I was wearing them with a f###### fire outfit.”
Mary J Blige finally has a boot coming with @giuseppezanotti — she announced it last night during her “Strength of A Woman” concert in NYC
Video: @FitsFTS #browngirlgrinding for more pic.twitter.com/MqEY3PPVFN— BROWN GIRL GRINDING⭐️ (@LorenLorosa) May 12, 2024
The announcement made waves on social media as fans eagerly waited for the singer known for her statement boots to create versions for her supporters.
While some fans balked at the price point, others staunchly defended Mary J. Blige.
“What’s the confusion of the Mary J Blige x Giuseppe boots?” one person asked. “I hope the confusion is only coming from Gen Z. Anyone older should understand why this makes sense. She’s a living legend. She’s rich, fly and iconic.”
What’s the confusion of the Mary J Blige x Giuseppe boots? I hope the confusion is only coming from Gen Z. Anyone older should understand why this makes sense. She’s a living legend. She’s rich, fly and iconic. pic.twitter.com/GzeqrAh6yE
— America’s favorite Sagittarius (@sheabuttersidy) May 14, 2024
Another stated the “price point is on brand,” for the iconic songstress. “Like, come awnnn she’s Mary J. Blige,” they added. “Her core audience got the coins. Them boots ain’t for Power fans. Those are for the Aunties who purchase her tix yearly and know every track on “What’s the 411?”
This price point is on brand for Mary. Like, come awnnn she’s Mary J. Blige. Her core audience got the coins. Them boots ain’t for Power fans. Those are for the Aunties who purchase her tix yearly and know every track on “What’s the 411?” pic.twitter.com/mfuV9Nf9Oh
— 🅡🅐🅔 🅗🅞🅛🅛🅘🅓🅐🅨.com (@RaeHolliday) May 14, 2024
Check out some other reactions below.
Mary J Blige is teaching us a Million Dollar Lesson
It’s that everybody is NOT your target audience!
This new collab between Mary J Blige and Giuseppe Zanotti is genius!
Mary has been known for having the thigh high boots as a part of her signature look since the 90s
There… pic.twitter.com/8QZGhRdvAr
— Sierra Nicole (@itsSierraNicole) May 13, 2024
Not Mary J. Blige going from Burger King chicken wraps to $1300 boots. pic.twitter.com/6UnZEEG7OX
— HEATED🔥🇯🇲 (@4everRnbGenius) May 14, 2024
(I think any surprise around Mary J. Blige’s boot collaborator is rooted in personal perception of who she is, not brand misalignment on her end.) pic.twitter.com/7E7PvjKXq9
— issa rae’s favorite reporter. (@TheGreatIsNate) May 14, 2024
Why does Mary J Blige HAVE to make a boot collaboration that’s in the Aldo/ Steve Madden price range???
QUICKLY. pic.twitter.com/vxt6niikRt
— Petty Slimane (@LilAioli) May 13, 2024
So confused on why folks think Mary J Blige would do a Steve Madden shoe. She’s literally the reason y’all can identify and wear “luxury designer” brands. Them size 10s are always in a luxury boot. https://t.co/Jq6wJKVPve
— JBoogie (@jbrightness) May 14, 2024
