We’ve sourced a couple new photos from Hot Rod, just to give a little bit more detail of what’s to come. Thanks guys!
It looks like some official info is starting to come out now, regarding the upcoming Vans Vault x WTAPS F/W 2015 collection. Thanks to GRIND, we get an official sneak peek at the OG Sk8-Hi LX, OG Style 36 LX, and OG Era LX line-up. I see a few gems in there, and a few head scratchers, but there’s something for everyone. Expect to see some official info on these in the near future.
Words via Highsnobiety:
“After the successful unveiling of the Dime x Vans Slip-On Pro, the two entities hosted the Glory Challenge: an invitational Pro/Am contest specifically designed for non-contest skaters. Unlike your run-of-the-mill contest, the objective was to impart entertainment. In addition to around $7,600 in cash prizes for the winners, to each of the challenge’s victors, spoils of beer, skate decks and pride were bestowed upon them. Non-traditional events like the “Race Challenge” put skaters’ running speeds to the test, while more self-explanatory events like the “Best Tricks Challenge” allowed for skaters to captivate an engaged audience.”
Info via Highsnobiety:
“Hong Kong retailer EXI.T links with Vans to give the Sk8-Hi sneaker a luxurious makeover. Lifting Rick Owens’ signature black-and-cream colorway and applying it to Vans’ iconic skate mid-top, the sneaker sports a premium leather and suede upper, and is finished with a zipper upon the heel counter. Given the popularity of the Dark Lord’s oversized leather high-tops, we imagine EXI.T’s tongue-in-cheek nod to Rick Owens will go down a storm amongst Hong Kong sneakerheads and fashionistas alike.”
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Vans Vault and DQM have put together this English raincoat-inspired Old Skool LX set, called the “Square Ones: Vansguard” pack. We rarely see this minimalistic style with the embroidered lace eyelets, relaxed tonal brushed twill uppers, and contrasting all-white vulcanized soles, but it’s a great look and they are truly comfortable. They will be available in Black, Nautical Blue, and Seneca Rock, and will feature the Ortholite insoles that you’re familiar with on your typical Vans California models. Stay tuned to DQM for more official pics and info.
pics via Hypebeast
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After identifying a gap in the footwear market and realizing that no brand had ever designed a shoe specifically for fetishists, Vans and Dime have joined forces to fill this void and capitalize on this untapped opportunity.
What makes the Dime Vans Slip-On Pro the all-time greatest shoe for stomping bananas are its multiple performance upgrades including UltraCush HD Cushioning, Pro Vulc Lite construction, DURACAP reinforcements and of course, the superior stomping control and intuitive banana response that only its clear Vans ORIGINAL WAFFLE outsole can provide.
Words via END:
“Russian designer Gosha Rubchinskiy launches another collaboration with fellow skateboarding brand Vans. After re-working an old-school slip on sneaker in 2014, the two have mashed-up their designs once again to create the Sk8-Hi for A/W’15.
The Sk8-Hi rejuvenates the usual canvas uppers with premium suede featuring contrast stitching of the vans stripe logo to sides. Old-School rubber reinforcements on the toe box and side panels for skateboarding have been added.”
These were originally known as the Style 138, with a rubber crescent moon toe cap, and an ollie pad. For more retro knowledge, check out Pillowheat on Instagram!
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Words via Vans:
“Following the launch of the highly covetable Disney footwear and apparel collection, Vans announces a unique addition to this offering with the introduction of two Disney prints to Vans Customs available on vans.com/customs until September 4. For the first time ever, Vans will offer accessories to Vans Customs just in time for the limited Disney print release.
Disney lends a duo of prints to Vans Customs including a canvas-colored option featuring Mickey Mouse alongside his pal Pluto and a bright pink option with leading lady Minnie Mouse. Through September 4, the young at heart can create one-of-kind models of the Vans SK8-Hi, Authentic, Slip-On, Old Skool II Backpack and Vans Trucker Hat with these new Disney designs blended with a wide range of Vans custom fabrics. Tiny tykes can also tap into the magic with footwear available in kids sizing.
Vans’ long history of customization began when the first Vans store opened in Anaheim, CALIF. down the street from the Disneyland® Resort, where Paul Van Doren produced shoes in his customers favorite fabrics. Today, Vans continues the tradition by offering fabrics in a variety of colors and designs to create over 836 million combinations of shoes and now accessories.”
The Disney footwear and accessories collection by Vans Customs retails from $35 to $85 USD and is now available at vans.com/customs. For more information and Disney products from Vans, visit vans.com/Disney. Show us your favorite Vans with #disneyandvans.
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Words via KicksHawaii:
“We saw this project as an opportunity to continue the journey of our Mynah Bird mascot (which was born from our Stussy x KICKS/HI collaboration this past summer 2014). This KICKS/HI x Vans Vault collaboration tells a main “old school to new school” story which begins with the “old school” OG SK8-HI LX, utilizing the original SK8-HI silhouette, done up in: a 6oz canvas upper with embroidered Mynah Bird pattern, leather Vans wave logo that breaks the upper, and pigskin collar lining. The idea was to use a mix of classic, Vans materials that felt premium all together.
We chose the woven lauhala box imagery because woven lauhala mats, hats, and baskets are notable aspects of Hawaii’s handcrafted artistry. It was next to impossible to create actual, woven lauhala boxes for all these Vans, but the idea is to further build upon the “old school to new school” theme: old school craftsmanship displayed on a new school Vans pull-box. Ultimately, we wanted to create a shoebox that would stand out on any shelf, in any stack, etc. and be equally recognized alongside the shoes they house. We envisioned people coveting the shoebox as much as want the shoes.
The canvas dustbag is a nod to our previous “Mauka/Makai” collaboration between Vans Vault x KICKS/HI x Sig Zane. The petroglyph expressions of birds and mountains on the top of the dustbag graphic is representative of “Mauka”, and the waves communicate “Makai” – all coming together, full circle… everything that is old is new again.
The “new school” play is the use of the AUTHENTIC LITE LX, which is their ultra lightweight, comfort take on standard Vans silhouettes. The upper is a 6oz canvas with embroidered Mynah Bird pattern. We found the addition of the new outsole cushioning, without losing the original styling of the Authentic, to be fascinating because it is always a concern for any brand with any sort of heritage to always keep one step ahead of the pack, but without losing sight of their legacy.
We’ve been wearing fitted caps pretty often again, and felt that it was time to launch a “Mynah” graphic one to accompany the “Mynah” Vans Vault shoes. Available in two colors: Yankees blue or lava tube black.”
Also releasing Saturday is this .75″ tall, soft enamel “Mynah” lapel pin. Flair up any cap, jacket, backpack, business suit, etc.
Both the KICKS/HI X Vans Vault “Mynah” Authentic Lite & OG SK8-Hi LX will be available at 1100A in store at our KICKS/HI Makaloa St. flagship door & KICKS/HI online store. First come, first served. Limit one pair, per style, per customer. The “Mynah” shoes will also be releasing at: KH/GU (Guam), KICKS/HI “shop-in-shop” at United Arrows & Sons (Japan), & Saint Alfred (Chicago).
DJ Mix by DJ Delve and SSSOLUTION for Kicks/HI & UNITED ARROWS 2015
The lookbook was shot/edited by Jordan Lum (@thaleafybug). Directed/styled by Kyle Cardenas (@oxblood). Featuring Ryan Lau (@lyanrau).
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All pics (including some exclusive ones for UTP!) and info via Silo, which will have very limited pairs available on their webstore on release day, so keep your eyes and ears open!
STYLE: AUTHENTIC “S”
INDEX #: 029.171
MATERIAL: DENIM / PRINTED CANVAS
COLOR: (MISTER CARTOON) BLACK / GOLD
DELIVERY: 07/18/15
MTL #: VN-ØEFPGJM
SIZES: 6.5-12, 13
PROJECT BRIEFING: MR. CARTOON
2015 marks the 10th anniversary of the Vans Syndicate collection, Vans Pro Skate’s celebration of the diverse heritage of ideas, attitudes and influences that make up skateboarding’s unique culture. Vans pays tribute to this milestone by returning to several original Syndicate collaborators to represent a decade of iconoclastic style and heritage.
Vans Syndicate kicks off the anniversary with renowned tattoo and graffiti artist MISTER CARTOON. As the first of five projects in commemoration of the anniversary, MISTER CARTOON pays homage to the first official Syndicate project back in 2005, Season 001.01. The inaugural Syndicate collection turned to MISTER CARTOON to pen the original Syndicate “S” logo and script for his collaboration debut of three Authentic “S” styles.
Vans Syndicate presents the MISTER CARTOON Authentic “S”—originally released in “Blue”, “Penguin” and “Black” with printed canvas quarters and denim toe and heel—this July in black denim and gold accents. Original MISTER CARTOON artwork is screen printed on the quarter panels and footbeds. The Vans Syndicate x MISTER CARTOON anniversary project launches worldwide on Saturday, July 18th.
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