Aldo Flips Fashion Upside Down With A Retro ‘Stranger Things’ Capsule Collection

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Step into the Upside Down…fashionably. To celebrate the fifth and final season of Stranger Things, Aldo has released a limited-edition capsule collection that merges Hawkins’ supernatural charm with the brand’s signature polish. The Stranger Things x Aldo collection, available now online and in stores, features 18 pieces inspired by the bold, eclectic energy of the 1980s. Think retro lace-ups straight out of an arcade, Hellfire Club sneakers fit for a D&D night, and statement accessories layered with Easter eggs from the series.

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Every design hides a wink to die-hard fans—like tiny Dungeons & Dragons dice, cassette tape charms, and nods to Hawkins landmarks—making each piece feel like a stylish artifact from the Stranger Things universe.

According to Amanda Amar, Aldo’s VP of Global Brand Strategy, Social Media and PR, the capsule was designed to capture the heart of the show’s nostalgic aesthetic while staying true to Aldo’s design DNA.

“The beauty really is in the details,” Amar told FN. “Each piece includes unexpected nods to Hawkins High, the Upside Down, and the show’s characters, transforming them into covetable items that celebrate individuality and fandom.”

There are 11 pairs of shoes in the line-up including designs for both men and women — each packed with clever nods to the show. Whether you’re looking for heels, sneakers, or hiking boots you’ll find something for your next ‘80’s-inspired adventure in this collection.

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The collection also includes an assortment of accessories, like the Friendsdontlie handbag ($75) , the Cityofhawkinss handbag ($80), covered in nostalgic patches—a demogorgon head, a cassette tape, and even a waffle. There’s also a collectible set of enamel pins ($30) and bag charms.

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Prices for the Stranger Things x Aldo collection range from $20 - $170. You can snag your favorites now at Aldoshoes.com or in stores—just in time for the Stranger Things final season, which will debut in three volumes on Netflix: four episodes on Nov. 26, three on Christmas Day, and the finale on New Year’s Eve.


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Marena Bronson

Marena is an award-winning journalist, editor-in-chief of Fashion and Fandom, and life-long nerd. She has covered everything from breaking news and politics, to lifestyle, entertainment, and pop culture for a variety of broadcast news outlets, print and online publications, and websites. Her work has been featured in The Hollywood Reporter, IDW Publishing's Full Bleed, vol. 2, and The San Antonio Express News, as well as websites like The Huffington Post, The Frisky, Elite Daily, PopSugar, Geekfold, ComiConverse, and many others.

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