Vans Vault x Levi Maestro – Old Skool Collaboration

It looks like Levi Maestro’s going to be getting his very own shoe from Vans Vault.  He chose to go with the Old Skool Deconstruct. Well, there’s no official information as of yet, or if the shoe in the video is his actual project, but the featured shoe is a deconstructed Old Skool, in tonal navy premium leather and suede, sitting on top of an all-white mid-sole.  Peep the video below, and stay tuned for more info to come!

info via FreshnessMag

Vans Syndicate x W)Taps – Video Review by @samcolt12

W)Taps In the Dirty South! (Tampawafflehead’s photo!)

I saw this photo that OTWS member Tampawafflehead took on the forums, and I had to post it up here.  It’s a nice pic, and it’s funny!

Vans Syndicate x W)Taps – Burgundy Bones Pack (Now Available!)

Well I guess it comes to no surprise that the Burgundy Bones Pack is out now, and quickly flying off shelves.  I think “flying” is an understatement, and this release has caused a lot of disappointment but not for those saavy enough to hunt down shops that haven’t been “tapped” out, so to speak!  Actually, you don’t have to be saavy, you just have to stick with us here at OTWS.  Our forums might not have a lot of members, but we’re dedicated, and motivated.  For some, it’s to collect, and for some it’s to support, and of course for some, it’s to resell.  A lot of the members have been posting up spots that still have sizes left, and any news of new spots getting them is being posted almost instantaneously.  All I know, is that most of our core contributing members had no problems getting their pairs, and I’m stoked that a lot more members have been participating as well.  W)Taps always brings out the lurkers!  Good luck, and happy hunting!

Vans Syndicate has posted up the official pics for these, and I thought I’d share them with you all.  Thanks for stopping by!

Vans x Beauty & Youth – Slip-On “Leopard Print” (Holiday 2011)

Vans has once again teamed up with Japanese clothing label Beauty & Youth, to create these “leopard print” Slip-Ons.  These will turn heads for sure, with their all suede material with leopard print.  You can also find the Beauty & Youth branding on the inner lining.  These are set to release sometime soon, but only in Japan, or where Beauty & Youth is sold.

info via Highsnobiety

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Vans DQM General Store – First Issue (Available now!)

The super limited, ultra-premium Vans x DQM “First Issue” capsule collection is now available for purchase on the DQM General Store online shop.  The Mid Skool 77 retails for $150.  The Era goes for $120, and the Chukka Decon goes for $140, and sizes are starting to disappear, so if this is a must cop, then head on over now and jump on them before you’re SOL!  By the way, these are limited to 96 pairs per style, each individually numbered on the tongue.

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Vans Vault x BILLYKIRK – Taka Hayashi Pack

Vans Vault is teaming up with U.S. based leathermakers BILLYKIRK, on a special collaboration of shoes, and not just any Vans shoes!  They were lucky enough to convince Vans Vault to let them use the Taka Hayashi signature TH HI LX, and Derby LX.  Using their vast knowledge they’ve gained over the past decade of processing leathers, brothers and BILLYKIRK co-owners, Chris and Kirk Bray, decided to construct the two shoes in a mixture of all types of fine suede, nubuck, leather, and waxed canvas, in two new colors that we haven’t seen before.  As more pics and info releases, we will bring it to you as soon as we get it.  These are due out at the beginning of December, at your local Vault dealer.

info via FreshNGood

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Vans x Mastermind – Sk8-Hi (available now!)

We previewed these awhile back, and the scheduled release date is today, however like most Mastermind products, these are a Japan only release.  BUT!!!  There is a Rakuten store that works with shops in Japan, to allow us to have a proxy to purchase these.  The down side, is that these are listed at $364.21 USD!  If you’re a die-hard Mastermind fan, then by all means cop a pair, but sizes are limited.  Head on over to TONNEAU and see if they have your size!

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Vans Syndicate x W)TAPS – Apparel for Holiday release (Japan only!)

So who’s stoked for the upcoming Syndicate x W)TAPS release that is due out in December? Did you know that the Japanese label has created a few pieces for Vans Syndicate, to coincide with their upcoming burgundy crossbones pack? The clothing line consists of a few outerwear pieces, and a few keychains.  These are going to be a Japan-exclusive, but don’t worry, at least we get the shoes!

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Samcolt12 video review of the Syndicate x Greg Hunt Pack

Our fellow OTWS friend and member, Tom aka Samcolt12, has made his own mark in our sneaker culture by providing us with endless amounts of video sneaker reviews.  He’s another guy, like myself, who picks up just about every Vans Syndicate release, and I’m thankful he does, so we’re not all stuck with purely picture reviews!  Here’s his latest Vans pickups, the Syndicate x Greg Hunt series.  Enjoy!