A.S.98

A.S.98 occupies a distinctive place in Italian footwear: its collections pair boots, ankle boots, and bags with an expressive look, using worked leather, visible hardware, and finishes that do not aim for uniformity. The brand sells for women and men and expands with sneakers, loafers, sandals, backpacks, jackets, and accessories. Its visual identity comes through in texture and detail more than in understatement.

The company story reaches back to OLIP Italia, a family-run business in Colà di Lazise that began working in footwear in 1972. In 1998 it launched Airstep, the predecessor to the current brand; in 2014 that line adopted the name A.S.98. The timeline shows this is more than a recent fashion label: it draws on decades in footwear, and its parent company also operates brands including Mjus and Mjus RBL.

The catalog ranges from everyday silhouettes to more statement-making pieces. Boots and ankle boots often lead, while bags and backpacks carry the same attention to shape, stitching, and metal details. The online store organizes products for women and men, new arrivals, featured items, and leather-care accessories. Prices, materials, and availability vary by model and destination.

The company describes its production in terms of material selection, leatherworking, and finishes shaped with close attention to detail. Its EmbraceEco materials also report specific measures: vegetable-tanned leather on identified products, nickel-tested hardware, water-based adhesives, recycled yarn, and insoles containing recycled material. These are practices described by the brand and should not be read as meaning every item has the same composition.

A.S.98’s store locator lists shops and retailers, while the website maintains pages for locations in cities such as Verona and Rome, as well as a flagship store in Moscow. Because locations, hours, and availability can change, the brand directs shoppers to the locator for current details. The Via Confine 13 address in Colà di Lazise belongs to OLIP Italia’s corporate headquarters and should not be mistaken for a boutique.

Shopping online makes it possible to review categories and compare colors, sizes, and materials in one catalog. The brand publishes shipping, return, and cost information by destination; international orders, including shipments to the United States, may be subject to customs duties and import taxes. Before placing an order, review the final price, return terms, and recommended leather care.

A.S.98 will appeal to shoppers who want footwear with a presence of its own: a boot with zippers and hardware, a bag that gives an outfit structure, or a sneaker with more character than a basic silhouette. The collection is not built around one shape, offering options from everyday pieces to bolder designs. A sound choice starts with intended use, fit, and material; the distinctive design comes through in the stitching and finish.