Vans Japan x Vivienne Westwood – Slip-On (Japan Exclusive!)

Apr 12 16 under Collaborations, Japan Only | Comments Off on Vans Japan x Vivienne Westwood – Slip-On (Japan Exclusive!)

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Words via Hypebeast:

“As a testament to the Vans Classic Slip-On’s timeless staying power and versatility, British designer Vivienne Westwood gives an eclectic twist on the iconic silhouette as a part of her eponymous label’s Anglomania collection. The skater favorite gets bold stripes with brushlike strokes throughout the upper, reflecting her modern punk aesthetic. Additionally, a large graffiti-inspired print of Westwood’s signature orb logo is seen on one shoe and comes with a matching box. Be on the lookout for the collaborative sneaker which will be available at select Vivienne Westwood stores in Japan beginning late April”.

Vans Vault x Saint Alfred – Old Skool LX (Releasing 4.9.16)

Apr 7 16 under Collaborations, Vault | Comments Off on Vans Vault x Saint Alfred – Old Skool LX (Releasing 4.9.16)

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Saint Alfred has finally released official pics of their upcoming Old Skool LX’s, and they’ve also revealed that the pack will release this Saturday, the 9th.  Some of the official specs have been listed on their webstore where the links are up, but just no inventory yet.  Both shoes feature a durable canvas upper with resin coating for water repellant properties, as well as a gusseted tongue to help stop water from getting to your socks.  The shoes feature a premium pigskin leather lining, padded collar, and Ortholite footbeds.  The outer features include a stitched jazz stripe, lace eyelets, and a very unique morse code print on the sidewalls that spell out “STA773”.  The shoes come packaged in a custom box with dustbag, numbered _ / 100, with a clever piece of packaging tape so you’ll know if someone tampered with them.

The shoes will release Saturday April 9th in store, and if there are any remaining pairs, they will be put online on Sunday the 10th.  Each shoe will be $120 + shipping.

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Vans Vault x Saint Alfred – Old Skool LX (2016)

Apr 6 16 under Collaborations, Vault, Videos | Comments Off on Vans Vault x Saint Alfred – Old Skool LX (2016)

Saint Alfred has teamed up with Vans Vault to release two special Old Skool LX’s, in an interesting Resin Coated Canvas, which will be available in either Turtledove, or Blue Depth.  St. Alfred chose to go with lace eyelets, and all white vulc soles.  Right now, we only have a few teaser vids, but expect more info and hopefully some official pics to come soon.

info via Saint Alfred

All Nations Skate Jam x Pendleton – Old Skool & Slip-On (2016)

Apr 6 16 under Collaborations | Comments Off on All Nations Skate Jam x Pendleton – Old Skool & Slip-On (2016)

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The All Nations Skate Jam returns for 2016, and following tradition, there are some Pendleton Vans that have been created for this year’s event in Albuquerque, New Mexico on April 30th, 2016.  This year, we get two Old Skools, and two Slip-Ons.  One set shares a turquoise patterned Pendleton blanket, and the other has a grey/burgundy pattern.  The Old Skools feature either a grey suede, or burgundy suede, while the Slip-Ons are pretty much wrapped entirely in the blanket material, except for the heel panel.  These are very limited, but ANSJ has placed pairs up on eBay for pre-order, but don’t waste much time, as these usually go fast.

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Vans Vault x Pilgrim Surf + Supply – OG Authentic LX (Video Review by LBIFBACK) @akamedaniel #LBIFBACK

Mar 24 16 under Collaborations, Reviews, Vault | Comments Off on Vans Vault x Pilgrim Surf + Supply – OG Authentic LX (Video Review by LBIFBACK) @akamedaniel #LBIFBACK

 

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Vans x Leader Bikes – “Reflective Pack” Era, Old Skool & Slip-On (5.13.16)

Mar 21 16 under BMX, Collaborations | Comments Off on Vans x Leader Bikes – “Reflective Pack” Era, Old Skool & Slip-On (5.13.16)

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Words via Highsnobiety:

“Vans teams up with Leader Bikes for the second time across a number of reflective goods for Spring/Summer 2016. While T-shirts, caps and a backpack are included in the offerings, the most eye-catching products in the lineup include three sneakers: the Era, Old Skool and Slip-On.

Each sneaker features Ventile canvas construction for riding in all-weather conditions, alongside reflective material for night riding. Of course they’re fit for day use as well thanks to their simple monochromatic colorways.

Look for the collection to release on May 13 in all Brotures shops, Vans shops, and ABC Marts in Japan and Korea. Those of us in the U.S. will be limited to purchasing the collection only at Brotures Bike Shop in San Diego.”

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Vault x Opening Ceremony – “Easter Pack” Sk8-Hi & Old Skool Premium Leather (Available Now!)

Mar 18 16 under Collaborations, Vault | Comments Off on Vault x Opening Ceremony – “Easter Pack” Sk8-Hi & Old Skool Premium Leather (Available Now!)

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Words via Hypebeast:

“As Easter Sunday quickly approaches, you can expect a mix of pastel coloring to surround you in celebration. This time around you’ll be able to wear those same colors on your feet thanks to a recent collaboration between Opening Ceremony and Vans Vault. Using the Sk8-Hi and Old Skool silhouettes, you’ll find its simple inspiration rooted in the holiday’s themed hues such as Easter eggs, sherbet, mint and marshmallow pink. The Old Skool LX will retail for $90 USD while the Sk8-Hi LX will be priced at $105 USD. The Opening Ceremony x Vans Vault “Easter Pack” is available now via Opening Ceremony’s site.”

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Vans Vault x Engineered Garments – Sk8-Hi Reissue LX & Slip-On LX (Spring 2016)

Mar 10 16 under Collaborations, Vault | Comments Off on Vans Vault x Engineered Garments – Sk8-Hi Reissue LX & Slip-On LX (Spring 2016)

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Engineered Garments is back with another iteration of their “mismatched” Vans Vault series, and this time they’ve introduced a Sk8-Hi Reissue into the lineup.  They’re also back at it again with the Slip-On LX, this time going for a tonal color palette throughout the entire shoe and foxing.  The pack is being offered up in the familiar reverse suede/leather combo, in a black, white, or moon rock colorway.  Look for these to be available soon at Nepenthes NY.

info via Hypebeast

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The Shoe Surgeon x ROKIT – The Making of the Old Skool Force 1 (Video)

Mar 7 16 under Collaborations, Customs, Videos | Comments Off on The Shoe Surgeon x ROKIT – The Making of the Old Skool Force 1 (Video)

Words via Highsnobiety:

“To call The Shoe Surgeon a sneaker customizer is putting it lightly. This guy is well known for completely transforming silhouettes. Here we get a look at the master at work, as he takes a pair of Vans Old Skools, rips off the sole, and then applies an Air Force 1 sole unit. Various other details have also been altered to come up with The Shoe Surgeon’s new collaboration with ROKIT.”

Us vs. The Supreme Bots!

Mar 3 16 under Articles, Collaborations, Supreme | Comments Off on Us vs. The Supreme Bots!

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This morning’s Supreme Vans launch was fun, huh?  In a matter of seconds, a full size run of shoes in every color turned into SOLD OUT.  The bots were alive and working, that’s for sure.  Some were lucky, and others weren’t.  We can wax nostalgia about how things used to be with Supreme Vans, but is this going to be the new norm?  Buying some 3rd party app in order to have a better chance at purchasing something for retail?  I would assume that this would be an easy thing to curtail, by perhaps some sort of captcha or human verification at final checkout, but perhaps it’s this hype and sense of limited availability that keeps people buying it up.  The real question is how long can they keep us on the hook, before we give up and let go of the bait?!

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