Vault By Vans x Needles – Animal Print Pack (Already Released!)

Sep 14 20 under Collaborations, Vault | Comments Off

“Vans and NEEDLES have reunited for three new renditions of Slip-Ons. Marking the second collaboration since 2018, a trio of luxe velvet-tinged iterations, the two labels have opted for bold animal prints for this release.

Set in colorways of bronze, white and black, the shoes feature zebra and leopard prints on one foot each, for a subtle asymmetrical look. Each pair comes with contrasting metallic embellishments of loops and tassels that hang from the upper forefoot, mirroring the designs of traditional loafers. Tonal top-stitching has been given to all three pairs, seen on the sleek leather piping that run along the edges of their tongues. To round off the designs, the shoes get vulcanized midsoles, co-branded insoles and Vans’ classic waffled outsoles for added comfort and support”.

The NEEDLES x Vans Slip-Ons will be available on September 12 on NEEDLES’ website for $122 USD.

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Vans x Rhude – Embroidered Bandana Pack (Already Released!)

Sep 14 20 under Collaborations | Comments Off

Info via Hypebeast:

“Rhuigi Villaseñor‘s Los Angeles-based imprint RHUDE has teamed up with Vans once again, this time around reworking the SoCal stalwart’s Diamo and Acer Ni sneakers.

The collaboration offers two incredibly intricate and playful looks, with the Diamo and Acer Ni both sporting an all-over embroidered bandana finish. However, where the Acer Ni sports a patchwork colorway made up of red, orange, yellow, purple, blue, and green suede, the Diamo comes in a more laid-back off white-hue and is made from traditional canvas.

RHUDE’s idea for the undyed Diamo is for wearers to customize their pair by themselves, adding plenty of color from the whole spectrum in any manner they desire. The synthetic thread that creates the bandana pattern won’t be dyed, and therefore will stand out against any colors you may wish to add to your otherwise plain sneaker.

However, the suede Acer Ni is already completely made-up for you. It even continues the color onto its classic off white sole unit, where a yellow license plate now appears. There’s also a set of RHUDE-branded laces for those wanting to liven the Acer Ni up even more.

The RHUDE x Vans Acer Ni and Diamo sneakers are set to release at retailers on September 12 at 9 a.m. EST.”

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Vans and MoMA Collaborate to Launch Special Edition Footwear and Apparel, Celebrating the Museum’s Collection and Works by Prominent Artists

Sep 14 20 under Art, Collaborations | Comments Off

Two-part series debuts with Salvador Dalí, Vasily Kandinsky and Claude Monet followed by a second artist release this November

Vans, the original action sports brand and advocate for creative expression, is proud to announce its upcoming collaboration with one of the world’s foremost museums devoted to modern and contemporary art, The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA). With a shared passion for inspiring individual expression around the world, Vans and MoMA have come together to debut a series of special edition products this fall. The artists featured reflect the diversity of MoMA’s collection with artworks by Salvador Dalí, Vasily Kandinsky, Claude Monet, Edvard Munch, Jackson Pollock, Lybov Popova and Faith Ringgold.

The first release of footwear, apparel and accessories will launch worldwide Sept. 30, followed by another installment in November. Both feature art represented in the museum’s collection, chosen by Vans in collaboration with MoMA. Each product was designed with careful consideration and a deep appreciation of the art, translated on Vans Classic styles.

“MoMA is excited to finally reveal the Vans collaboration as they, too, have a rich legacy of supporting artistic expression,” says Robin Sayetta, Associate Director of Licensing and Partnerships at MoMA. “We pursue a limited number of product collaborations and our goal is always to engage a broader audience with modern art. We are thrilled to reach art lovers around the world through Vans’ global network.”

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Vans x BJ Betts – Made For The Makers Collection (9.10.20)

Sep 10 20 under Collaborations, General Release | Comments Off

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Vans and BJ Betts have joined forces for the first-time to deliver a new range of “Made for the Makers” product. The legendary American tattoo artist and graphic designer combined his distinct aesthetic with three classic silhouettes from the California footwear label to create an assortment of functional, military-inspired styles.

Over the past two plus decades, BJ Betts has been at the forefront of the ever-changing tattoo world. Blending traditional tattoo elements with gothic imagery and Japanese folklore, Betts’ style is hallmarked by an emphasis on unique fonts and precise lettering. Having released a series of industry standard guides on lettering, Betts’ relevance to graphic design and tattoo art is undisputed. Today he works primarily out of his Kennett Square, Pennsylvania studio State Street Tattoo.

Tapping into the ornate designs that he’s become known for, Betts worked with Vans to update a trio of Classics—the Old Skool, Authentic and Slip-On, featuring original camouflage patterns in muted military-inspired colors. Each of the styles feature mixed suede and canvas uppers in liquid and dirt repellant Vansguard® coating with camouflage UltraCush sockliners and Vans’ “Made for the Makers” benefits including slip-resistant, vulcanized lugged outsoles, maximizing comfort without sacrificing personal style. Betts’ rendition features the addition of pull tabs at the heel, with digits representing his birth year (’71), alongside the original Vans style numbers.

‘’I wanted to make something functional. Being an artist and working long hours, more times than not I end up going out and having dinner later in the evening and going to meet up with my family and friends directly from work.

I wanted to have a collection that could be worn easily and comfortably while working, with the stain resistant qualities that allow me to head out for a nice dinner looking presentable with a simple wipe down of my shoes. The shoes are generally the first thing that is noticed, am I wrong?

The camo pattern and its colors are inspired by my military service, and my Grandfather’s service as well, who was one of the best men that ever walked this earth, and who this whole project is dedicated to. ‘’ – BJ Betts

The Vans x BJ Betts collection will be released September 10, 2020 on vans.com, at select Vans retail doors and Philadelphia retailer Lapstone and Hammer.

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Vault By Vans x Casestudy – Old Skool LX (9.10.20)

Sep 8 20 under Asia, Collaborations, Vault | Comments Off

Words via Hypebeast:

“Vault by Vans has just presented its second collaborative sneaker with Boontheshop’s Casestudy imprint. This time around, the Seoul-based sneaker bar has elected to cover the entire Old Skool silhouette in a premium Jacquard fabric that bears the choice of either a black or red Paisley pattern.

The co-branded shoe also sees a logo hit at the side of the outsole, clear/orange foxing, and an accompanying set of bandana laces. Those interested will have to wait until September 10, where the Case Study x Vault by Van Old Skool will be dropping exclusively at Boontheshop.”

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Vans x Supreme – Half Cab Pro & Old Skool Pro (Fall/Winter 2020)

Sep 8 20 under Collaborations, Supreme | Comments Off

Words via Supreme:

“This Fall, Supreme will release new versions of the Half Cab Pro and Old Skool Pro. The Half Cab Pro and Old Skool Pro feature a premium suede and canvas upper with printed logo pattern, leather lining and vulcanized outsole.

Made exclusively for Supreme, the Half Cab Pro and Old Skool Pro will be offered in three colorways.

Available Sept. 10th.

Available in Japan Sept. 12th.

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Vault By Vans x Free & Easy – Collection (9.4.20)

Sep 3 20 under Collaborations, Vault | Comments Off

Info via Vans and pics via Sole Classics

Inspired by surfers of generations past, Los Angeles-based Free & Easy is the culmination of long beach days in Southern California and everything embodied therein. Drawing from its own iconic SoCal roots since ‘66, Vault by Vans partners with Free & Easy this season on a collection that epitomizes mellow, retro vibes, with a ’70s-inspired palette featuring subdued sun-soaked gold and orange hues alongside a range of ocean-tinted jewel tones

Leading the Vault by Vans x Free & Easy collection is the OG Sk8-Hi LX in mango mojito/marshmallow and dress blues/marshmallow colorways, complete with Free & Easy’s signature “Don’t Trip” branding across the quarter panel. A psychedelic OG Era LX follows in Yin Yang/marshmallow and an OG Old Skool LX in Yin Yang/dress blues.

A collection of apparel matches back to the footwear, featuring Vans x Free & Easy PO hoodie in mango mojito, a 380-gram fleece with enzyme wash. Also available are Vans x Free & Easy LS shirt in antique white and a SS T-shirt in dress blues, both crafted from soft, hand-washed jersey. Rounding out the collection are a Vans x Free & Easy unstructured hat, offered in both mango mojito and dress blues colorways, and a Vans x Free & Easy sock.

The Vault by Vans x Free & Easy collection is available September 4, 2020, at select Vault by Vans retailers and freeandeasy.com. For more information, visit vans.com/vault.

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LBIFBACK Review: Vans Vault Originals x Pilgrim Surf + Supply OG Authentic LX (Olive/Deep Ocean)

Aug 22 20 under Collaborations, Friends, Reviews, Videos | Comments Off

Everyone’s favorite Vans reviewer, and our brotha’, Daniel aka LBIFBACK , is back with a new review of the Vans Vault x Pilgrim Surf + Supply Olive/Deep Ocean OG Authentic LX. These have to be one of the nicest colorways that Pilgrim has put out. Anyways, check em out!

Vault By Vans x WTAPS – OG Old Skool LX & OG Classic Slip-On LX (8.22.20)

Aug 17 20 under Collaborations, Vault | Comments Off

Words via Vans:

“One of Vans’ most coveted and anticipated collaborations is back for its 14th year: Vault by Vans x WTAPS release the latest footwear styles that combine Vans’ timeless styles with WTAPS’ military-meets-urban sensibility. The collection will unveil a secondary drop, including apparel, later this season.

WTAPS is a Japanese brand founded in 2006 by Tetsu Nishiyama with a philosophy that is centered around placing things where they should be and draws inspiration from military clothing due to its practicality, production process, stitching and material details.

This fall, there are two themes prevalent throughout the collection that will emerge in footwear iterations, first with GPS. The GPS theme aligns with the military references for which WTAPS is well-known. The WTAPS logo and GPS coordinates are printed along the outsole of the OG Old Skool LX and OG Classic Slip-On LX. The first release will be in black and white, featuring the WTAPS logo and GPS coordinates printed in white text against the black outsole, as well as the same design imagined on black featuring an orange outsole.

The first Vault by Vans x WTAPS footwear drop will be available at select Vault by Vans dealers on August 22, 2020. Additional styles will be unveiled later this season. To learn more about the collection please visit Vans.com.“

We’ve been anticipating this one for awhile now, although it was mostly the iconic WTAPS crossbones that we were waiting for. These aren’t looking too bad either, but we love us some crossbones!

Vans x Alexander Lee Chang – Higera (Asia Exclusive!)

Aug 17 20 under Asia, Collaborations | Comments Off

Words via Hypebeast:

“San Francisco-born and Tokyo-based designer Alexander Lee Chang always has skateboarding in mind when preparing new collections, which naturally carries over to his creative collaborations with Vans Japan. Chang’s latest effort is unlike his previous laceless efforts, updating the timeless Vans Era with mountain climbing attributes.

Drawing inspiration from hiking boots, Chang has elevated the iconic skate sneaker with a bevy of thoughtful details, yielding a new silhouette that he’s dubbed the “Higera.” Noticably, the Higera sports a washed-out black color scheme, from the eVent-branded heel to the small kiltie beneath the laces. The eVent tech grants the waterproof upper extra breathability, crucial for footwear intended to keep the feet dry.

Alexander Lee Chang’s collaborative Vans are available on ZOZOTOWN’s page, accompanied by two pairs of mismatched Dickies pants, also designed with Vans to ensure skateboarders can pair the pants and shoes effortlessly.”

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