Chicago’s Notre has linked up with OTW by Vans, on another fresh collaboration for all of us.  This time, taking inspiration from the hardworking blue-collar people of Chicago, the pack consists 3 shoes, featuring Notre’s signature handshake jazz stripe on the medial side of each pair.  Notre keeps it clean and simple.  Colorways are always timeless, and are easily wearable with everything.  They get it right every time.

The Sk8-Hi is available in a suede/canvas Bone/Olive Green colorway, as well as a Raven colorway, featuring a distressed rubber outsole for a worn-in look.  Each pair retails at $130.

The Rowley XLT LX comes in an all canvas Linen/Silver colorway.  Retail is set at $185.  Yup, you read that right!

These released this past weekend, but are fully stocked, so click on the links for each respective colorway above, if you’re interested in these.

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Words via Hypebeast:

“When a Parra x OTW by Vans iteration of the classic Half Cab leaked on Go Skateboarding Day in June, rumors swirled that the colorful creation would touch down before the year was out. Now, those rumors have been proven partially true. A Parra x OTW by Vans Half Cab is indeed releasing. However, it’s a different color: the iteration shown on Go Skateboarding Day was a friends and family variant, and now we’ve been provided with a first look at the general release pair.

Both styles take the Half Cab’s classic design lines and alter them with Parra’s famous wavy brushwork, but the colorblocking is vastly different. Where the friends and family pair heavily used grey, the general release iteration is significantly more colorful, with the upper doused in Parra’s signature mixture of oranges, greens, blues, reds and pinks from heel to toe. “I like the poppy colors, like the oranges, blues and pinks,” artist Piet Parra, the founder of the eponymous brand, noted to Artist Up Close in a past interview. “This is the palette that makes me happy.”

Other special details present on the sneaker include custom tongue and collar labels, while crisp eggshell midsoles and white laces round off the look.

Look for the Parra x OTW by Vans Half Cab to release on September 24. It’ll be priced at $135 USD.”

Here’s one of those Vans collaborations that makes us wonder why it took this long to finally happen.  OG Triple OGs FUCT have been around forever, and they’ve linked up with Slam Jam to get this collection produced.  There’s a total of 5 different pairs being offered, three Authentic Reissue 44 LXs and 2 Old Skool Reissue 36 LXs, both in the new OTW by Vans builds, featuring a slightly new build, including removable padded insoles, and new heel tab logos.

The colorways for the Authentics will come in Black/Marshmallow, Racing Red/Black, and White/True Blue, while the Style 36s will be offered up in Black/Marshmallow, and White/True Blue.  Each pair features a canvas print with the FUCT logo repeating throughout.  The vulc sidewalls feature an embossed msg that says “CHAOS IS ORDER”, and the bottoms of each shoe feature a clear waffle sole with Slam Jam logos peeking through.  The collection also features a custom box and dust bag, which is a nice touch for this premium release.  We love the details!

These will be released on the Slam Jam site, as well as the FUCT site next week.  The Authentics are $114, and the Style 36s are $123.

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Info via Hypebeast:

“Vans’ new collaboration-focused offshoot OTW by Vans is starting off strong with its first drop. As a collective that looks to partner with influential individuals who actively push culture forward, OTW enlisted the likes of local Los Angeles creative trailblazer and seasoned skateboarder Sterling Ruby and his S.R. STUDIO. LA. CA. to serve up a vibrant visage for the “Clash the Wall” sneaker – which pulls design features from four iconic Vans silhouettes.

Dipped in hues of neon green and orange, the “Clash the Wall” sneaker draws from Sterling’s distinct artworks – including soft sculptures, quilts, backdrops and bespoke garments. “Clash the Wall” melds features from the Old Skool 36, the Authentic, the Mid-Skool 77, and the Sk8-Hi models to devise a versatile mold for the modern-day skater.

“I loved skating, I still do. Everything about it represents freedom to me. From the simple rituals of dropping in on a vert ramp or grinding over a curb, the act of skateboarding defies gravity and is in and of itself rebellious,” Ruby explained in a statement of his personal ties to the launch.

“This collaboration is a personal collaboration, the first S.R. STUDIO. LA. CA. collaboration. Vans feels right to us, it defines a certain West Coast history. The company started in 1966 and has run in tandem with so many skaters, bands, and movements that have been influential to me, my art, and how my studio runs as a whole.”

Available in 2 colorways: Green Gecko, and Orange Pop.  Retail price is set at $160.

• Combines 4 of Vans’ Classic iconic shoes: The Sk8-Hi 38, Mid-Skool 37, Old Skool 36 & Authentic 44
• Custom S.R. Studio LA. CA. Branding on sidewall, footbed and tongue label
• 8 oz. Canvas
• Full grain leather collar lining
• 100% Cotton laces, woven flag label
• Higher sidewall with gloss finish, foxing tape with original 90’s Osnaburg reinforcement and iconic Vans Waffle tread
• Insole: Sola Foam All-Day-Comfort (ADC), anti-fatigue, 30% bio-based material
• Custom packaging

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