Vans Vault – Chukka Standard Issue LX “Flannel Pack” (Fall 2011)

Sep 21 11 under Vault | Comments Off

We’ve previewed this model a few months back, but today we can bring to you some more official info on the Chukka Standard Issue LX, which is part of the Vault “Flannel Pack”. There will also be an Era LX, which I will be previewing as well. There will be two colorways, for both models: Total Eclipse, and Castlerock, each constructed in wool flannel, as well as premium full-grain leather. The Total Eclipse pair, sits on top of a black sole, while the Castlerock pair sits on top of a two-tone grey sole, to match the canvas “Standard Issue” military boot-inspired straps. These should be out soon at your local Vault dealer.

info via FreshNGood

Vans Vault – Switchback “Snake Pack” (Fall/Winter 2011)

Sep 21 11 under Vault | Comments Off

The 3rd and final model from the Vans Vault “Snakeskin Pack”, is the Switchback. For this model, they used the snakeskin sparingly, and constructed most of the shoe in tonal nubuck suede. Available in Black, or Brown, these also sit on top of off-white midsoles. Another solid release from the Vault team!

info via FreshNGood

Vans Vault – Slip-On “Snake Pack” (Fall/Winter 2011)

Sep 21 11 under Vault | Comments Off

Next up from the Vans Vault Snake Pack, are these 3 Slip-Ons. Available in 3 colorways: Black, Blue, and Red, each sitting on top of off-white midsoles, and constructed completely with snakeskin material. These will also be available soon, at your local Vault dealer.

info via FreshNGood

Vans Vault – Mountain Edition LX “Snake Pack” (Fall/Winter 2011)

Sep 21 11 under Vault | Comments Off

Long overdue, but right on time for the Fall/Winter season, the Vault team will be releasing this Mountain Edition done up in a nice mixture of materials. The snakeskin is what really gets your attention on these, and it contrasts nicely, with the tonal nubuck suede as well. The waxed laces are a must for any premium Vans shoe, and the white midsole is the perfect match. These will be available in Black/White or Navy/Cream. Word is, these will be hitting your Vault dealers starting in October.

info via FreshNGood

Vans Vault x Ludwig Van – Deadstock Project Canvas Frames

Sep 19 11 under Collaborations, Merchandise, Vault, Vintage | Comments Off

Mr. Mike Dytri has recently released info on his company’s site, LudwigVanTheMan, of these collector frames, made from the left over vintage canvas that was used for their Deadstock Project collaboration with Vans Vault awhile back. Each laser-cut framed piece will be signed and dated, and they are highly limited, although no specific numbers have been released yet. Stay tuned with Ludwig Van for any updates!

info via Ludwig Van

Vans Vault – “Vintage Pack” Mid Skool ’77 LX & Era 46 LX (Fall 2011)

Aug 29 11 under Vault | Comments Off

Due out next month from the Vault team, is the second installment of the Vintage Pack. This time, the Era 46 LX tags along with the returning Mid Skool ’77 LX, sporting matching colorways, of Black/Golden Yellow, and Andorra/Antique White. Both are constructed in premium pebbled leather throughout. Check your local Vault dealer for these, anytime now.

info via Highsnobiety

Vans Vault – Derby LX “Taka Hayashi”

Aug 27 11 under Collaborations, Vault | Comments Off

Taka Hayashi always brings the heat from Vans, and Vault gives him pretty much free reign to come up with unique ideas for shoes, like the Derby LX seen here. Back for this upcoming season, in a new material make up, of half suede, and half tumbled premium leather. The material blocking gives off that spectator vibe, but the familiar triangle perforations lets you know it’s another Taka creation. Available in a brown or black colorway, sitting on top of a crepe sole. Available now at Hot Rod, and possibly at your local Vault dealer.

Vans Vault – Sk8-Hi TH LX (Taka Hayashi) (Fall 2011)

Aug 25 11 under Collaborations, Vault | Comments Off

Check out the latest Taka Hayashi creation to release from the Vault team. The TH Sk8-Hi LX is back for the Fall, in a major way. Outdoing the previous Nomad colorway, this time, the foxing stripes have been switched out to leather stitched versions, and the toes are wrapped in suede. The uppers are constructed in premium leathers, and two colors are available: grey and burgundy. Available now or soon, at your local Vault dealer. Thanks to Hot Rod for supplying the pics to Hypebeast!

Vans Vault – Sk8-Hi LX Premio Leather (a closer look!)

Aug 25 11 under Recent Pickups!, Vault | Comments Off

Thanks to FootPatrol, we can show you some better pics of the Vault Sk8-Hi LX Premio Leather Burgundy/Navy colorway. You can really see the detail and the quality of the leather, and it should help shake some of you off the fence on these!

Vans Vault x A.P.C. – 106 LX and Chukka Boot LX (available now!)

Aug 25 11 under Collaborations, Vault | Comments Off

Vans Vault and A.P.C. have released their latest collaborative project. Seen here is the 106 LX in Navy, but there’s also a Chukka Boot that can be seen on the web store, in black or blue, with a leather ankle tab, identical to the Vault Chukka’s that released a few months ago. A.P.C. always keeps it simple, but classy. Great materials, and subtle colors are always going to win, and that goes for these as well. The 106 LX is going for $110, while the Chukka Boots are going for $130, exclusively from A.P.C. and on their webstore.