Vans x Ashley Williams – Collection (March 2019) @HappyAshleyland #VansxAshleyWilliams

Feb 26 19 under Collaborations, General Release | Comments Off

Vans collaborates with acclaimed London fashion designer, Ashley Williams, as she reimagines four of Vans Classic footwear styles with playful and cheeky elements inspired by her latest collection. Inspired by living and breathing skate culture in her youth, Williams seamlessly merges her inherent sense of style with an “Off The Wall” attitude. The Vans and Ashley Williams collaboration will hit the street beginning this March.

Known for her signature graphic prints and tongue-in-cheek designs, Ashley Williams decks out Vans’ first skate model, the Era. The multi-panel sneaker showcases a custom jug print across the upper and heel and is juxtaposed by a pink and black graphic zebra print. The sidewalls of the Era have been stamped with a custom Vans and Ashley checkerboard printed tape that mimics a heritage graphic print from Vans’ past. Vans’ original deck shoe, the Authentic has been updated with piercing details at the toe and heel. The Authentic is finished with custom “A” emblem on the top eyelet and Vans x Ashley Williams laces. Vans Style 93 includes tiger printed canvas uppers with tonal black lugged outsole with an “A” metal eyelet detail and buckle. Rounding out the assortment is the Classic Slip-On which has been remastered to include a cheeky newspaper print. Each of the Classic footwear styles is finished with a custom Vans and Ashley Williams footbed graphic.

The Vans and Ashley Williams collection will be sold at select Vans retail locations and wholesale accounts this March. Visit Vans.com/ashleywilliams for more information.

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Vans Classics – Tie-Dye Era (Coming Soon!)

Feb 25 19 under General Release | Comments Off

For decades, tie dye has transcended the streets of San Francisco’s Haight & Ashbury and has found a place amongst fashion and streetwear emerging as the latest trend for spring. Vans first debuted tie dye printed uppers in the late ‘70s and this season the brand brings back the design application for a three-piece offering of tie dye printed Eras.

The Vans Tie Dye pack highlights a new take on the bold trend by introducing a digitally printed execution in three colorways including red, yellow and green. Each panel of Vans’ original skate shoe has been decked out in the vibrant print and is accented with a black binding stripe along the tongue, white eyelets and black laces. The Vans Tie Dye pack will be available to shop in Vans stores and online at Vans.com/Classics this March.

Vans – Introducing the ComfyCush (Now Available!)

Feb 20 19 under ComfyCush, General Release | Comments Off

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Vans, the original action sports footwear and apparel brand, is proud to announce the launch of ComfyCush, a brand-new innovation that transforms one of the brand’s most iconic and classic silhouettes, the Era, with Vans’ latest consumer-driven comfort technology.

“The ComfyCush Era exemplifies how Vans is adapting to the evolving needs of our consumers,” said Nathanial Iott, senior director of footwear design at Vans. “With comfort as the goal, the ComfyCush Era employs a one-piece constructed interior including tongue tie-downs for improved fit and feel, added arch support and a co-molded construction of foam and rubber to create the perfect combination of cushion and grip for lasting comfort.”

By leveraging the brand’s more than 50 years of heritage and design experience, and employing in-depth consumer feedback, the ComfyCush Era perfectly merges classic styling and modern comfort technology without sacrificing one for the other.

“Often the opportunity to design something new, leads to dramatic updates, but the best thing about the ComfyCush Era is that it is truly a classic,” adds Matthew Pino, Global Product Merchandising Manager. “From five feet away, no one is going to question that it is different from our beloved Classic silhouettes. That is not only important to our loyalists but gives us the chance to showcase our design innovations to newcomers.”

The very first iteration of the Era silhouette launched in 1976 following skate legends Tony Alva and Stacy Peralta asking Vans for more function in their shoes for skateboarding. Decades later, Vans has continued to listen to its creative communities to launch the ComfyCush Era as consumers began asking for more comfort, without sacrificing the shoe’s iconic style.

To celebrate the launch of the ComfyCush Era and introduction of Vans’ comfort technology, ComfyCush, the brand will host immersive global events titled ‘ComfyCush High School’ kicking off in Bushwick, New York before taking off to London, Shanghai and various locations around the world.

The ComfyCush Era is available worldwide now. To learn more about the ComfyCush Era and where to purchase please visit vans.com/comfycush.

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Vans x Led Zeppelin – “50th Anniversary Collection” (2.22.19) #ledzeppelin #VansxLedZeppelin

Feb 13 19 under Bands, Collaborations, General Release | Comments Off

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On the heels of Led Zeppelin’s historic golden anniversary, Vans the global icon of creative self-expression partners with rock and roll legends, Led Zeppelin to celebrate their debut, self-titled album, Led Zeppelin. The pack will consist of a Sk8-Hi, anEra, one t-shirt, and a trucker hat.

The Vans x Led Zeppelin long sleeve tee kicks off the collection to showcase the original album artwork, which carries over to an adjustable trucker hat. The Era features the band member’s individual symbols arranged across a premium leather construction with white tonal Led Zeppelin and corresponding symbols printed on the sidewall. Vans’ Sk8-Hi utilizes suede and canvas uppers to showcase the Led Zeppelin album art printed with silver metallic hits on the quarter panel. The Sk8-Hi is complete with a black leather Sidestripe, black tonal laces and a tonal alphabet printed sidewall. Led Zeppelin fans can unveil each of the band member’s symbols on the woven label on the internal tongue. The Era and Sk8-Hi will each be sold with a special Vans x Led Zeppelin custom shoebox.

The four-piece capsule of limited-edition footwear and apparel will be available Friday, February 22 at select Vans retail stores, wholesale partners and online at Vans.com and store.ledzeppelin.com.

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Vans – Blur Check Pack (2019)

Jan 2 19 under General Release | Comments Off

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The Checkerboard Slip-On has become synonymous with Vans’ “Off The Wall” state of mind since its introduction in 1977. The beloved pattern has been worn by surfers, skaters, BMX riders, artists, musicians and the fashion set as a defining canvas of creative expression. For the forthcoming spring season Vans introduces a new interpretation of the iconic black and white checks remixed with a blurred effect.

Kicking off the new year, Vans introduces the Blur Check Pack featuring trippy, dazed and confused uppers across the Authentic, Old Skool, Classic Slip-On and Sk8-Hi models. Using a digitally printed graphic, the checkerboard pattern captures the essence of motion that is sure to cause a double take. The Blur Check Pack is available in classic black and white checks now at Vans retail locations and vans.com, worldwide.

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Vans x Disney – 90th Anniversary Authentic (11.16.18)

Nov 9 18 under Collaborations, General Release | Comments Off

Words via Vans:

“This November, Vans surprises fans of all ages with a special edition footwear and apparel capsule celebrating Mickey Mouse’s 90th anniversary on sale globally beginning November 16.

Following the success of the October delivery of the Vans and Disney collection, this offering will commemorate Mickey Mouse through the decades. Vans’ original footwear model, the Authentic, showcases a gallery of Mickey Mouse illustrations across the upper including a special rendition of Mickey Mouse with a birthday cake. The footbed features the exclusive Vans and Disney logo along with illustrations in the inside of the shoe. Rounding out the 90th anniversary assortment is an exclusive Mickey Through the Decades Long sleeve tee and Jockey Hat highlighting memorable moments from Mickey Mouse’s 90 years. Little Disney fans can celebrate Mickey, the True Original with their very own Authentic Elastic Lace footwear style.

Vans Customs will also feature the Mickey Through the Decades print for a limited time, so fans can customize their favorite Vans silhouette to celebrate their own memories of Mickey Mouse in a unique way.

Join Vans and Disney to celebrate Mickey Mouse through the decades this November. The special edition Vans and Disney assortment will be available to shop in Vans retail stores and online at Vans.com/Disney beginning November 16th.”

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Vans x NASA – Space Voyager Collection (11.2.18) @nasa #nasa

Oct 30 18 under Collaborations, General Release | Comments Off

Words via Vans & pics via Hypebeast:

“Vans commemorates NASA with a time honored collection of footwear and apparel that pays homage to six decades of space exploration and discovery. The Vans Space Voyager Collection lands in Vans retail stores and online November 2.

Inspired by the original space suits, the Space Voyager footwear collection showcases unique design details including exposed foam and interchangeable patch insignia. This launches a cosmic tribute on Vans timeless silhouettes including the Sk8-Hi and Old Skool, in addition to classic apparel and accessories pieces.

The collection includes eight footwear iterations ranging from adult to toddler sizing across the Sk8-Hi MTE, Old Skool and Classic Slip-On models. Two Sk8-Hi 46 MTE DX styles feature full-grain leather uppers, exposed foam and the NASA Meatball Insignia on the quarter panels and are finished with a black lacing system. For the Old Skool styles, Vans introduces the iconic orange colorway with a black NASA worm logotype and lacing details, alongside a clean all-white version which showcases an exposed foam collar and rigid marshmallow outsole. The youth styles incorporate a Slip-On featuring a black galaxy print upper with a glitter gum outsole, as well as a white Sk8-Hi MTE outfitted with a black space boot inspired outsole. The Sk8-Hi MTE styles feature Vans MTE 360™ technology that enhances heat retention around the foot and improves moisture management within each shoe, along with a durable lugged outsole for increased traction.

For a well-rounded offering, Vans introduces three jackets as part of the capsule including the Vans Space Anorak in black and orange and the Vans Space Torrey Padded MTE jacket, in two colorways that include Apollo 11 graphic detailing to honor man’s first journey on the moon. Additionally, the collection features the Vans Space Pullover hoodie in black and the Vans Space Man long-sleeved tee in white. For youth options, Vans includes three t-shirt styles, matching back to the adult range.

Finally, Vans celebrates NASA through incorporating iconic colorways and graphic details on classic accessories styles including the Grind Skate Duffel in space orange and the Snag Plus Backpack to complete the commemorative product offering.”

The Vans Space Voyager capsule collection will be available on November 2, 2018.

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Vans Classics – Authentic “OTW Repeat” (Available Now!)

Oct 25 18 under General Release | Comments Off

Check out one of the latest Authentics to come out of the Classics line. You might be wondering where you’ve seen these before, and if you follow Nike / Converse brand ambassador Ray Polanco, then you might recall he made a pair of customs at Vans HQ last year that looked very similar. No doubt these were inspired by that design, and it’s cool to see that Vans liked it so much that they made it into an actual mainline shoe. They appear to only be available online at the current moment, so click on the pic above or below to purchase them for $55. Not bad at all!

Vans – Bold Ni (Holiday 2018)

Oct 10 18 under General Release | Comments Off

Words via Vans:

“This holiday season, Vans digs into the archives to bring back the Bold Ni, a retro style reimagined with modern updates.

The Bold Ni exemplifies an archival feel, while staying consistent with Vans iconic sidestripe in a unique oversized iteration. Through an updated foxing tape with a more traditional form, T-toe shape design, tonal stitching, a sleek tongue sans label and an UltraCushÔ Lite drop-in footbed for elevated comfort, the Bold Ni makes for a colorful addition to the Vans collection.

Vans looks back at its rich heritage to design the Bold Ni for a classic yet modern style. Setting the Bold Ni apart, the design pulls direct inspiration from an original Vans style from the 1990’s to continue to push the boundaries of design progression.”

This October, the Bold Ni will be available in red, blue and black and retails for $65 USD. To learn more about the Bold Ni please visit Vans.com.

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Vans x Disney – Mickey Mouse 90th Anniversary Collection (10.5.18) #disneyxvans

Oct 1 18 under Accessories, Apparel, Collaborations, General Release, Girls, Kids | Comments Off

Words via Vans:

“Vans comes together with Disney to deliver a collection celebrating the true original, Mickey Mouse. To commemorate the 90th anniversary of Disney’s beloved character, Vans designers bring decades of iconic Mickey Mouse imagery to an extended offering of footwear, apparel and accessories available October 5. The collection is founded on 11 designs that capture Mickey Mouse’s spirit and evolution spanning from his introduction in the late 1920’s to present day.

To commemorate Mickey Mouse’s film debut in 1928, the Sk8-Hi has been remastered to showcase iconic scenes from the black and white silent film, Plane Crazy. Each quarter panel features a film scene that is captured under a patent material and is finished with a 3-D emblem on the heels.

The 1940’s introduction of the animated film Fantasia brought Mickey Mouse’s mischievous persona to light as “The Sorcerer’s Apprentice”. Taking inspiration from the Sorcerer’s hat, the Sk8-Hi is transformed to include velvet quarter panels adorned with celestial moon and star embroidery, which is complimented by blue suede panels and contrast yellow stitching. The Sorcerer’s Apprentice inspired Sk8-Hi is finished with a black sole, star printed laces and a Sorcerer’s Apprentice emblem on the heel. To compliment the collection a Fantasia themed tee and Old Skool II Backpack feature a far out, tie-dye print and Mickey Mouse as the Sorcerer’s Apprentice.

Disney fans can channel their inner Mouseketeer in an Old Skool model that is dedicated to the Mickey Mouse Club. Utilizing suede and cotton canvas materials, the Old Skool silhouette features a red Sidestripe and club logo sewn on the tongue. The Mickey Mouse Club themed Old Skool is finished with custom chain stitched embroidery on the back of each heel.

Vans designers channel the 1980’s in a special model of the Old Skool, which combines multi-color uppers in pink, yellow and green. The design is topped off with a classically cool Mickey Mouse print and the Vans’ iconic Checkerboard pattern. Both men and women will receive nostalgic ‘80s-inspired apparel and accessories options including hoodies, jackets, backpacks and accessories.

Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse are tougher than nails on a special flaming Checkerboard Slip-On. Channeling the 1990’s both Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse get a punk makeover. Vans and Disney fans can showcase their own “Off The Wall” attitude in the LS BF Tee, backpack, hat and hoodie that showcase flaming sleeves and a Checkerboard hood liner.

Mickey Mouse fans can channel the true original himself in the Mickey Mouse-inspired Authentic. Vans’ original deck shoe has been updated with Mickey Mouse’s trademark colors including a yellow sole complimented by black and red uppers and applique yellow buttons along the heels.

A canvas rendition of the Old Skool showcases Mickey Mouse’s iconic gloves holding the medial side of the shoe. Disney fans will have to look closely as there is a hidden Mickey located on the tongue of each shoe. This simplified take on a classic serves as inspiration for a matching women’s apparel assortment that includes a checkerboard emblazoned tee, hoodie, hat and backpack.

Mickey Mouse’s eternal sweetheart, Minnie Mouse, will receive her own two-piece footwear and apparel assortment that channels her classic polka dotted dress. Using her giant oversized bow and satin materialization, the Authentic Gore and Slide-On Sandal get dressed up with Minnie Mouse detailing and is finished with a delicate scalloped edge. Matching crewneck, backpack and sock options are also available in the selection.

The collection wraps with a last rendition that could only be created by Vans and Disney fans themselves. Vans Customs will receive two exclusive prints including a special Mickey Mouse inspired icon and a Minnie Mouse polka dot pattern that will be available beginning October 5 on Vans.com/Customs. Highlight your own favorite moment with Mickey Mouse alongside countless color and material combinations across Vans Classic silhouettes.”

The Vans and Disney Mickey Mouse Collection will be available to shop in Vans partner and retail stores and online at http://www.vans.com/Disney beginning on October 5.

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