The new collaboration between Merrell and Perks and Mini (P.A.M.) is born from the encounter between the American brand’s outdoor expertise and the experimental approach of the independent Australian brand.
A collection that reinterprets two Merrell icons through the creativity of P.A.M.
The project celebrates the concept of fluidity and transformation, exploring the boundaries between urban and natural environments through two iconic models reinterpreted in a contemporary key.
Merrell, a global leader in outdoor footwear, presents a capsule collection created in collaboration with Perks and Mini (P.A.M.), a Melbourne-based brand known for its aesthetic that intertwines art, music, psychedelic culture, and contemporary subcultures. The collaboration draws inspiration from “in-between” environments—places suspended between cities and natural landscapes where movement, adaptation, and exploration take center stage.
Founded in 2000 by Misha Hollenbach and Shauna Toohey, P.A.M. developed this project based on the co-founder’s personal experience. During a 50-mile bike trip, after damaging his shoes, Hollenbach completed the journey wearing a pair of Hydro Mocs, a model that still accompanies his bikepacking adventures today. From this experience, the reinterpretation of two historic Merrell silhouettes was born: the Chameleon and the Hydro Moc, which for the occasion have been renamed the Cham Storm GTX and the Hydro Next Gen Moc, respectively, with a design conceived to accompany the transition between water and land through materials, textures, and functional details.
“I’m truly proud of what P.A.M. has achieved with Merrell. From the concept to the design, to the quality and innovation of the storytelling. It’s a collaboration that underscores the importance of working together and sharing common values.”
Shauna Toohey, Perks and Mini Co-Founder
Cham Storm GTX x P.A.M.: performance e lifestyle in un’unica silhouette
The Cham Storm GTX x P.A.M. renews the aesthetic of the historic Chameleon, adapting it for a contemporary use that combines technical functionality and style. Designed to effortlessly tackle a variety of environments, it features a practical quick-lace drawcord system, a technical mesh upper embellished with a 3D silicone treatment for a reptile-effect, and a waterproof GORE-TEX membrane that guarantees protection and breathability.
Completing the model is a contoured TPU heel counter for added stability, a sand-effect finish that adds aesthetic character, and the FloatMax™ midsole, designed to ensure a soft and comfortable ride.
Hydro Next Gen Moc x P.A.M.: evolution of the Hydro Moc
With the Hydro Next Gen Moc x P.A.M., the Hydro Moc model evolves into an even more versatile and sculptural version, designed to accompany the transition from water to dry land without sacrificing comfort.
The structure makes it easy to put on and take off, while the EVA foam upper offers lightweight, flexible, and cushioning. The design is enhanced by a dotted texture and fleck-effect sidewalls that add visual depth. This model also features a FloatMax™ midsole that provides a soft feel while walking.
“The Perks and Mini team is an extraordinary source of creativity. This collaboration has pushed us to reinterpret familiar design elements from a completely new perspective. The Cham Storm GTX and Hydro Next Gen Moc create an expressive, immersive, and highly functional collection, designed for those who move effortlessly between cities, trails, and aquatic environments.”
Noreen Naroo-Pucci, Merrell Global Chief Product Officer
A creative campaign between art, cinema and transformation
The launch campaign was created by the Milanese film collective NO TEXT AZIENDA, while the body paint was created by Japanese special effects and make-up artist Amazing Jiro.
The entire creative project was developed through human intervention alone and revolves around the concepts of perception, transformation, and shifting perspective. The result is a surreal visual universe that conveys the collaboration’s “in-between” identity with a highly evocative and recognizable language.
International events to launch the collaboration
To celebrate the arrival of the capsule collection, Merrell and P.A.M. will host a series of exclusive events in key international markets, accompanied by DJ sets curated by local artists.
Stops include Sydney at P.A.M.’s flagship store, Seoul and Tokyo at Worksout, Chengdu at Weekends, London at Goodhood, and New York at Hatchet Supply, creating opportunities for music, art, and community.
Availability and prices
The Merrell x Perks and Mini collaboration will be available from July 9, 2026 at select international retailers and through the two brands’ online stores.
The Hydro Next Gen Moc x P.A.M. will be priced at 95 euros, while the Cham Storm GTX x P.A.M. will be available for 180 euros.
The collab from website Perks and Mini (P.A.M.)
The collab from website Merrell
