Parker McCollum lit up the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo this year with the second-highest concert turnout of the season, but it wasn’t just the music that got the crowd excited. Fans heard it straight from the source: McCollum is teaming up once again with legendary Texas bootmaker Lucchese for a new lineup of boots and Western-style apparel.
"I couldn't think of a better way to announce this collection in my hometown – while doing what I love and performing in front of thousands of fans," said McCollum. "The Houston Rodeo has a special place in my heart."
Launching June 13, the collection Lucchese x Parker McCollum: The Encore is an expansion of the first collaboration between the two beloved brands. The newest lineup features four men's boots handcrafted in Texas in the signature horseman style Lucchese is known for. The Encore collection showcases Parker's commitment to authenticity and artistry and pushes the boundaries of Western fashion with new designs.
Evening Patriot, McCollum's signature boot, is the highlight of the newest collection and is a tribute to the military and veterans who served this country. The boot has inlaid red roses and is crafted in gorgeous red, white, and blue colors to represent American beauty. Hollywood Gold reappears in two new colors (tobacco and purple, and platinum and merlot) and features full quill ostrich vamps and goat quarters with roses stitched into the leather. The last boot in the collection celebrates the tenth anniversary of McCollum's 2015 debut album, The Limestone Kid, which pays homage to Limestone, County Texas, and McCollum's fascination with outlaw Billy the Kid.
"The best way I can describe my partnership with Lucchese over the past few years is that it has truly felt like home, and home is everything," says McCollum. "It means the world to me and plays a huge part not only in my music but also in who I am as a whole. Home is a place where you feel seen and understood, and it's something Lucchese and I have really connected on."
In addition to boots, the newest collection features apparel and accessories, including two Pima Cotton tees, available in black and white, and one long-sleeve button-down with vintage-inspired pearl snaps. There are also two hats available, and with every exclusive Lucchese x Parker McCollum hat purchase, a portion of proceeds will benefit McCollum's charity, The Ruger Fund, which supports various charity organizations close to his heart.
"Lucchese could not be more thrilled to partner with Parker McCollum once again to create The Encore collection," says Doug Kindy, President of Lucchese. "Parker is more than just a collaborator – he's part of the Lucchese family. His deep appreciation for Western heritage and unwavering commitment to authenticity align seamlessly with our brand. After the overwhelming success of the first collection, we are honored to continue this journey together creating boots that embody the craftsmanship, storytelling, and tradition that both Parker and Lucchese value." lucchese.com