Vans Pro x SHOWROOM – Old Skool Pro & Sk8-Hi Pro (12.9.16)

Nov 29 16 under Asia, Collaborations, Pro | Comments Off

“Kuala Lumpur’s SHOWROOM has joined forces with Vans for what’s being billed as a “first-of-its-kind” collaborative endeavor. Dubbed “21:30,” the two-piece collection takes on Pro editions of both the Sk8-Hi and Old Skool, transforming them with the nighttime skater in mind by adding the likes of reflective 3M material and Velcro sidestripes that allow the wearer to switch between stark white and Vans’ famed checkerboard motif for added versatility. And since the kicks come in Pro form, each retro silhouette sports modern upgrades like DURACAP technology and ULTRACUSH cushioning. Capped off with some subtle co-branding and icy outsoles, the “21:30″ release is set to hit the Malaysian skate spot come December 9.”

SHOWROOM
06 80 6th Floor, Berjaya Times Square
1, Jalan Imbi
Imbi
55100 Kuala Lumpur
Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

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Vans Vault x Brooks x Taka Hayashi – Capsule Collection (12.3.16)

Nov 29 16 under Collaborations, Vault | Comments Off

Vans Vault has once again teamed up with English bike saddle maker Brooks, to create this amazing capsule collection, including two shoes, a bike saddle, and a shoulder bag. This time, they’ve brought on Taka Hayashi to add his stylings to the collection, featuring his intricate laser-etched patterns throughout the premium leather of each piece. The shoes chosen for this release, are the OG Sk8-Hi LX, and OG Classic Slip-On LX, and are wrapped in a mixture of brown and black tanned leather. The soles are a tonal white/marshmallow colorway, and feature a few color accents on the waffle gum sole. Minimal Taka Hayashi branding can be seen on the footbed as well as the tongues. There’s also a few limited accessories available separately, one being a Brooks Swift saddle, and a Brooks Barbican Shoulder Bag. Two absolutely stunning pieces. There’s also a custom drawer box and dustbag to finish the shoes off nicely. Look for these to drop at your local Vault dealer this coming weekend like Sole Classics in Columbus, Ohio, on Saturday December 3rd. Pricing is $150 for the Sk8-Hi and $120 for the Slip-On.

Pics via Sole Classics

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Vans x Golf Wang – Camp Flog Gnaw Authentic

Nov 21 16 under Collaborations | Comments Off

Words via Hypebeast:

“Golf Wang, known for its poppy and highly saturated designs, has released a pair of special edition Vans Authentics. The iconic silhouette maintains its simple low top, durable canvas upper in cream with the original waffle outsole and Vans flag label. The shoe features multi-colored piping, white metal eyelets, and cartoonish “FLOG GNAW” embroidered on the heel counter, reminiscent of ’90s video game visuals. The CFG 2016 Vans Cream were originally available for $60 USD at the Camp Flog Gnaw festival, but they surprised dropped some pairs on the Golf Wang web store this morning, but have since sold out.”

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Vans x Civilware – Service Boot (Available Now!)

Nov 21 16 under Collaborations | Comments Off

Vans has once again partnered up with Geoff Rowley’s brand Civilware to bring back for the second time, the Service Boot, this time in an all-black version. Built with comfort and durability in mind, the sneaker features a water-resistant pig suede upper that wraps around the vamp, mudguard and heel. A soft full grain leather quarter panel extends over your ankle to form the hi-top “Buffalo Boot-esque” silhouette. The tongue, made from a breathable ballistic nylon, features a special retro Vans and Civilware collab sewn patch. The shoe is finalized with a reverse Lug MTE vulcanized waffle sole that provides grip, and a Dri-Lex moisture management lining keeps your feet dry and breathable. The limited edition Vans x Civilware Service Boot retails for $110 USD and is available from Civilware’s site.

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Vans Vault x Opening Ceremony – “Big Cat” Pack (Now Available!)

Nov 17 16 under Collaborations, Vault | Comments Off

Opening Ceremony’s latest Vans Vault collab just dropped, and this time they went with a few feline prints, aptly named the “Big Cat” pack. They chose 5 different Classic Slip-On LX’s and Old Skool LX’s, in a variety of leopard and tiger patterns on faux fur. These are now available from Opening Ceremony as well as their online shop.

Vault by Vans x Taka Hayashi Collection (Holiday 2016)

Nov 14 16 under Collaborations, Vault | Comments Off

Vault and Taka Hayashi are bringing the heat for Holiday ’16. There’s a few familiar designs here, but in an opposite fashion, if you will. The TH Court Hi LX, and TH Court Lo Strap LX, seen above, are revisited in a few new color combos, but two appear to be designed exactly off of models we’ve seen a few seasons back, but in either an opposite Hi or Lo. Got it? Moving on. Taka’s designed a Slip-On and Sk8-Hi in a Nomad version, but this is the debut of the TH Chukka Nomad LX. The shoe features a Native American inspired moccasin stitch design on the upper and mudguard. Each shoe features one of a few of Taka’s signature vulcanized soles, as well as his signature feather logo on the tongue. Read about his inspiration for this collection, over on Hypebeast, and enjoy the pics after the jump.

Vans Japan x Sophnet – Camo Sk8-Hi (Coming Soon!)

Nov 14 16 under Collaborations, Japan Only | Comments Off

Vans Japan has once again teamed up with Sophnet. on another Sk8-Hi with a medial side zipper. This time, they went with a black and camo pattern for the side panels. Not much more to describe about the pair, but this time there is a few pieces of apparel to go along with the release. Check them out after the jump! Available soon from Sophnet and Billy’s Tokyo.

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Vans Vault x Steven Alan – Parisian Blue Pack (Available Now!)

Nov 8 16 under Collaborations, Vault | Comments Off

Steven Alan has teamed up with Vault by Vans once again, to bring to us this premium take on a tonal Parisian Blue Vans collection. Steven Alan went with a few of their favorite OG silhouettes for this release, by way of an OG Sk8-Hi LX, OG Style 36 LX, and OG Classic Slip-On LX. Each pair matches the other, with all black vulcanized soles, a deep parisian blue suede, and contrasting royal blue accents. The style is classic, mature, and indicative of Steven Alan’s clean overall aesthetic. These are too dope, and are now available on the Steven Alan webstore.

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Vans x Natalie Westling – Sk8-Hi Reissue DX (Opening Ceremony Exclusive)

Nov 3 16 under Collaborations, DX, Womens | Comments Off

Vans partners with Sk8-Hi brand ambassador and American model, Natalie Westling to design a custom Sk8-Hi Reissue DX that draws inspiration from her own personal approach to style with references from the ‘90s skate scene. Natalie, an Arizona native, picked up a skateboard at the age of three and has since found the striking similarities of riding atop her board and walking the runway.

“I was so honored to be a part of the Sk8-Hi campaign recently that it only felt right to choose the Sk8-Hi. All in all, I wanted to create a shoe that I could skate in but was also different from all of my other Vans.” – Natalie Westling

Taking cues from her own personal tomboy aesthetic, Natalie chose tan nubuck uppers and off-set it with a blue leather Sidestripe and hang flag. Keeping with the skate aesthetic, the Sk8-Hi Reissue DX uses a micro-mesh mini checkerboard lining that was once used in Vans’ most iconic skate silhouettes throughout the ‘90s, along with a dark gum sole. The Vans x Natalie Westling Sk8-Hi DX is finished with a custom blue footbed that is personalized with a ‘Natalie Skate’ emblem to match back to her own tattoos.

The Vans x Natalie Westling lookbook was shot by Los Angeles based photographer, Christin Rose, founder of the ‘She Plays We Win’ project geared toward celebrating the confidence that sports provides for young girls and used a group of local New York based skaters alongside Natalie. Earlier this year, Vans and Opening Ceremony partnered to launch Club USA, a dedicated shop-in-shop experience and continue their long-standing partnership with this exclusive collaboration. The Vans x Natalie Westling Sk8-Hi Reissue DX is available for $100 USD and is sold exclusively online and at all Opening Ceremony locations beginning November 1st.

#VansxNatalieWestling

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Vans x clothsurgeon x Offspring – “Very Fast Times” Old Skool & Sk8-Hi (11.4.16)

Nov 1 16 under Collaborations, UK Exclusive | Comments Off

info via Hypebeast:

“This Friday sees the launch of a limited-edition collaboration between Vans, London-based streetwear brand clothsurgeon and footwear retailer Offspring, with pared-back versions of two iconic Vans silhouettes hitting the streets. The sleek takes on the Old Skool and Sk8-Hi models feature veg tan hide and suede finishes with zig-zag stitch detailing courtesy of clothsurgeon.

According to clothsurgeon’s Rav Matharu, who first discovered Vans on the feet of Sean Penn’s character in Fast Times at Ridgemont High, the collaboration merges two worlds. “It’s what I do with my brand, using Saville Row sensibilities in modern streetwear shapes,” he says. “This was a conscious effort to elevate the beauty of a Vans classic shoe through luxury materials and craftsmanship.” But act fast to snap up a pair when they drop exclusively with Offspring at Selfridges, London, in store and online on Friday November 4. Plus, click below for a video teasing the collaboration on the streets of London.”