Words via Hypebeast:

“Iconic skate artist Jim Phillips has long been associated with Santa Cruz thanks to the brand’s ubiquitous Phillips-penned “Screaming Hand.” Now two classics are set to come together as the hand decorates the California-based brand’s new collaboration with Vans: a special edition Classic Slip-On. Decked out in black leather and canvas, the kicks see the motif repeated in blue around the heel as matching leather lines the shoe. The graphic even appears in oversized form, housed within the shoe’s icy outsole. Finished with matching custom packaging, the special “Screaming Hand” Slip-On will hit BEAMS T in Harajuku December 18 as the store celebrates the 30th anniversary of the graphic.”

This weekend will mark the 24th annual Yokohama Hot Rod Custom Show in Yokohama, Japan, and Mooneyes’ very own Hiro “Wildman” Ishii will be there, putting on a pin-striping demonstration on some leather Slip-Ons, but this year he is going to be selling them, allowing a select few to get their very own custom shoe done by him.  This is more of an art piece, so each person will only be receiving one shoe.  According to the translated version of the Vans Japan page, Hiro will also be taking orders for these at the event, perhaps so he can produce more after the event is over.  These are absolutely stunning, and a great idea!  Too bad it’s only for the Japan Vans heads!  (They will also be giving out free Vans pinstripe stickers to those who visit the booth)

info via Vans Japan

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Japanese luxury brand Deluxe has collaborated with Vans Japan in the past, and it looks like they’re back again with an interesting take on the Old Skool Zip.  The first feature to stand out is the utilization of a water-resistant tape seam zipper, ready for the winter.  The second unique feature that sets these apart from the norm, is the perforated jazz stripes.  Deluxe went with a tonal black, and a tonal white colorway for this release, which seems to be all the rage this year.  If you’re looking for a pair of these, then you better get your proxies in order.

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Words via Hypebeast:

“Japanese brand FDMTL teams up with Vans in a very special 10-year anniversary collaborative effort. Using Japanese traditional aesthetics in patchwork production, FDMTL overlays the entire silhouette of both the Slip-On and Era models with Okayama-sourced indigo blue fabrics, with a subtle contrast in yarn and embroidery choices. Custom outer tag and insoles add a nice touch that complement a box specifically created for the project.”

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words via Hypebeast:

“Next month Amsterdam-based Patta is teaming up with BEAMS to launch a pop-up store and, to mark the occasion, the Dutch streetwear favorite has linked up with Vans to drop some collaborative kicks. Coming in the form of the tried-and-true Old Skool, the Patta x Vans release is dubbed the “Mean Eyed Cat” and comes with a predominately black aesthetic, pairing leather and suede construction with custom laces, oversized Patta branding and blues-inspired “Mean Eyed Cat” insignia along the rubber foxing. Look for the co-branded kicks to be exclusive to the Patta x BEAMS T Harajuku pop-up and select BEAMS stores in Japan beginning September 25 for ¥12,000 JPY (approximately $98 USD).”

Words via Strictly Vans:

“To commemorate the opening of their newest brick and mortar shop in Kyoto, Japanese sneaker shop BILLY’S has teamed with Vans JP to produce an absolutely beautiful and very exclusive set of Slip Ons and Eras.

The set will both boast a navy aloha “Off the Wall” motif printed uppers. Both will also sit upon a stripeless midsole and have white leather detailing on the heels.

If you are like us, you’re salivating for these. Unfortunately, the Era is only obtainable in-store from BILLY’S Kyoto and the Slip On is already sold out online. If you find yourself in Kyoto, swing by and try your luck with the Era.”

BILLY’S ENT Kyoto shop
Open Date: March 27, 2015 (gold)
Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture Chukyo-ku, Shioya-cho, Takoyakushi 319
[Limited Item Details]
 ° V98-59R ALOHA (SLIP ON) 8,000 yen + tax ※ BILLY’S Online
° V95-59R ALOHA (ERA) 8,000 yen + tax ※ BILLY’S ENT Kyoto shop limited release

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Sophnet is back with the sophomore release of their Sk8-Hi Zip Up, this time in a navy/white colorway.  As you may recall, they did this design a few years back in a black/white colorway, which was awesome and original, and still is to this day.  Vans has seemed to dabble with the rear zipper in their general release lineups, but the side ankle zipper is still pretty much a Sophnet-exclusive.  The insole features their custom printed scorpion logo, and there is the same Sophnet flag hangtag sewn into the side of the upper.  These are a Japan exclusive, so hit up your overseas connects for these Co.JP Sk8-Hi’s!

info via FreshnessMag

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Words and pics via Highsnobiety:

“Vans have teamed up with legendary London brand The Duffer of St. George for a capsule collection of sneakers and long-sleeved tees, exclusive to the Japanese market. Two colorways of the Old Skool sneaker have been given a tartan side stripe, emblazoned with the label’s 1984 birth year on the heel counter. Keep an eye out for this release and check out the story behind the historic London brand here.”

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