Photography Collier Schorr, fashion Robbie Spencer; taken from the summer 2016 issue of DazedFashion / NewsZayn Malik turns footwear designer, unveils lineThe former One Direction singer teams up with Giuseppe Zanotti on a range of shoesShareLink copied ✔️August 11, 2016FashionNewsText Ted Stansfield Kanye’s got Yeezy, Riri’s collaborated with PUMA, Manolo Blahnik and Dior, A$AP Rocky’s teamed up with J.W.Anderson and, just last month, Selfridges brought together some of London’s young fashion talents and emerging grime MCs for some capsule collections. It feels like fashion’s relationship with music has never been closer. Today, former One Direction singer and Dazed cover star Zayn Malik joined the party, revealing that he’s designed a collection of footwear in collaboration with Italian designer Giuseppe Zanotti. While the star has only revealed one design on Instagram (a navy blue suede desert boot), the full collection is showcased in a shoot for GQ. “Style is not being afraid to be bold about some things, or to say what it is you have to say,” he says in the accompanying interview. “I feel like Giuseppe does that with his collection – and I try to do that with my music. So it kind of works.” This is the second fashion outing for the musician who recently debuted his Mind of Mine tour merch, which saw him collaborate with former Iron Maiden illustrator Mark Wilkinson. Head here to see Malik’s footwear line. Escape the algorithm! Get The DropEmail address SIGN UP Get must-see stories direct to your inbox every weekday. Privacy policy Thank you. You have been subscribed Privacy policy Expand your creative community and connect with 15,000 creatives from around the world.TrendingIlia Malinin breaks the ice – and his silenceHe does things on a skating rink that were once thought impossible. But the ‘Quad God’s’ setback at this year’s Winter Olympics brought new fire and energy to a skater seen by many as the greatest of all time Life & CultureBeautyThe rise of the intellectual tattoo Nike FashionNike celebrates the culture of soccer ahead of a summer shaped by the gameLife & CultureWhy so many young people are training to be death doulasBeautyHoroscopes June 2026: The stars say love deeply and risk embarrassmentLife & Culture5 times ‘Quad God’ Ilia Malinin did the impossible on the iceFilm & TV7 sex worker-approved films about sex workBeauty10 of the hottest Instagram accounts fusing art, sex and eroticaBeautyThe sexiest flesh-baring Instagram accounts you need to followEscape the algorithm! Get The DropEmail address SIGN UP Get must-see stories direct to your inbox every weekday. Privacy policy Thank you. You have been subscribed Privacy policy