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Cat Footwear Debuts Limited-Edition Swarovski Crystal Line in 19 Markets

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Key takeaways

  • Cat Footwear launched the Lyric Wonder and Intruder Wonder styles with Swarovski crystals on October 30, 2026.
  • The collection starts at $159.95 and is sold on CatFootwear.com in the United States and 18 international markets.
  • Mark Ayers, Vice President, Global Marketing & Brand for Caterpillar Inc., said the collection combines Cat Footwear durability with Swarovski brilliance.

Cat Footwear launched a limited-edition footwear collection embellished with crystals by Swarovski on October 30, 2026, priced from $159.95 and sold in the United States and 18 international markets. The company announced the launch through GlobeNewswire.

Inside the Built to Shine Collection

The collection sits under a new "Built to Shine" campaign and is the latest ingredient branding partnership for Cat Footwear, the footwear brand inspired by Caterpillar's heritage. It includes two styles: the Lyric Wonder, a new 6-inch silhouette for the brand, and the Intruder Wonder, a refreshed version of its Intruder franchise offered in white and black colorways. Each style integrates Swarovski crystals into the design.

Mark Ayers, Vice President, Global Marketing & Brand for Caterpillar Inc., described the intent behind the line. "Built to Shine celebrates those who are unafraid to stand out while staying true to the grit and determination that drive them forward," he said. "By combining Cat Footwear's distinctive durability with the brilliance of Swarovski crystals, we've created a collection that is bold and authentic."

The launch reaches Mexico, Chile, China and Singapore among the 18 international markets, and the collection is sold on CatFootwear.com. Swarovski Group has 82 stores in India, 15 of them company-owned, and aims to double its India business in four to five years, Mint reported on October 12, 2026.

Cat Footwear's Licensing and E-Commerce Base

Cat Footwear maintains and operates under a core licensing agreement with Caterpillar, Inc., the foundational brand-identity partnership for the brand, with production and distribution managed by Wolverine World Wide, Inc., according to akta.pro company records. The same records show country-specific e-commerce storefronts across more than 20 markets, including Canada, the UK, Australia, France, Germany, Belgium, Brazil, Chile, Colombia and Mexico.

Crystal Styles Alongside Peer Releases

Other footwear labels have released limited editions this month. Timberland will issue a final edition of the Victor Kan x Euro Hiker Gore-Tex boot on Monday from its e-commerce store at $195, WWD reported on October 18, 2026. Dover Street Market's Kei Ninomiya released a Larson loafer collection for G.H. Bass' 150th anniversary at $465, EIN Presswire reported on October 16, 2026. PUMA and Rosé unveiled the Speedcat Croco Leather, launching October 15, 2026, Hypebeast reported on October 20, 2026. MM6 Maison Margiela and Salomon set two drops, on October 22 and November 17, FashionUnited reported on October 19, 2026.

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