Collection: ROA

Heritage & Philosophy

Founded in 2015 by technical footwear designer Maurizio Quaglia and visionary collaborator Luca Benini, ROA originated in the Alps as a response to the gap between over‑engineered mountaineering boots and heavy heritage styles. From the start, the brand has embraced a “gorpcore” ethos, blending performance rigor with contemporary aesthetics, and invites wearers to rethink the boundary between nature and urban life.

Signature Aesthetic & Materials

ROA’s hallmark is its hybrid approach to construction. The Oblique Rippy silhouette, for example, combines weather‑resistant ripstop nylon with premium suede overlays and a Vibram® sole for balanced traction and city‑ready style. Mesh panels, reinforced toe caps and precision stitching ensure durability, while tonal colorways and sculpted midsole contours give each shoe a refined, architectural feel.

Brand Vision & Evolution

Beyond footwear, ROA explores crossover performance through limited‑edition clothing and experimental collaborations. Its “Resource Research” projects document immersive field studies, whether on alpine slopes or urban ruins, and inform capsule jackets, fleeces and tech‑knits that mirror the brand’s philosophy of observation and connection. As ROA expands its ready‑to‑wear line, it remains committed to small‑batch production, material innovation and a dialogue that bridges outdoor function with modern design.