American footwear brand known for its rugged work boots and chunky, industrial-inspired lifestyle sneakers.
ORIGIN
United States
PRICE TIER
mid
Launched in 1988 as the official footwear licensee of heavy machinery giant Caterpillar Inc., Cat Footwear translates industrial strength into consumer footwear. Manufactured by Wolverine Worldwide, the American brand initially focused on protective work boots designed for demanding job sites. However, its cultural footprint expanded significantly in the 1990s when its signature Colorado boot became an emblem of the UK grunge scene, bridging the gap between utilitarian gear and youth subculture.