Erwin – Vault Ostrich Skin Chukka LX
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The next Vans Syndicate release has been popping up at local “S” dealers, and this time, AVE and Dill are back at it, bringing some fresh and original ideas to the table. For this 025.154 release, they’ve created a new model, in a high and low, that’s really an update to the Native American model, which Anthony Van Engelen turned into a low, dubbed the AV Native American Low. The AV Classic is a deconstructed version of that shoe, with as few panels needed as possible. Most of the lines of the shoe come from the detailed stitching, but the focal point of both shoes are definitely the materials used. The AV Classic “S” features a spider web pattern on black canvas for the entire shoe, while the AV Classic High “S” features a premium leather construction, similar to a Chuck, and featuring the Mr. Cartoon “S” on the inside ankle. There’s a perforated jazz stripe, as well as a spider web textured design on the side wall of the vulc sole. Our homie Brant from Silo spoke with Neal at Syndicate, and he said “The molding on the Classic High “S” is inspired by the spiderwebs AVE was carving into his boards, and DILL’s inspiration was a riff off that — wanting a heavy texture and for it to come off looking like a mesh.” This release has something to offer for everybody. Whether you’re style is low-key and simple, or loud and attention grabbing. There are also a few other special things to note. DRAWER BOXES ARE BACK!!! Yep, that’s right. This is a must for the collector, as we like to stack our boxes high. Thank you Vans Syndicate!!! Also, there are a few goodies included with this pack. A dope Syndicate “S” keychain is included with each pair, as well as a few cool new sticker designs. Don’t sleep, and head on over to our main supporter Silo’s webstore, to cop your pairs, or wait for your local shop to get them. We support being loyal to your local spot. They all need your support. There may be a review coming soon!
AVE / DILL PACK
INDEX #: 025.154
PROJECT BRIEFING: AVE / DILL PACK
This spring, skateboarding’s odd couple returns for another Syndicate exclusive. The AV Native American gets a Classic “S” and High “S” treatment from Dill and Ave, respectively. Both styles feature original details, premium leathers and custom AVE / DILL Syndicate Badging.
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Ask and you shall receive! It’s few and far between, where we get to see some awesome Syndicate apparel, and it appears that they’ve just dropped these two awesome apparel pieces. The first is an all black nylon coach jacket, with the Mr. Cartoon “S” on the left chest, and the second is a basic heavyweight cotton white pocket tee with a black “S” logo on it. Get on these before they’re gone for-ev-urrr. Available for purchase on Silo’s webstore, or perhaps at your Syndicate dealer if they ordered any.
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Being that Rolling Stone officially dropped the info on these a few days back, I guess we can officially share this info with y’all. Vans will be releasing a band tribute series for the iconic band The Beatles, featuring artwork from their album and film, Yellow Submarine. The collection will feature a Sk8-Hi with animated photos of each of the four members, one on each side of the left and right shoe, taken from the film. The Classic Slip-Ons play off the movie’s Sea of Monsters, showing trippy marine life swimming in an ocean of pink. The Eras depict all four band members, some wearing rainbow pants, hanging out in a yellow garden, and the final pair, the Authentic, is adorned with a pattern that reads “Allyouneedislove” running over and over again and into itself in purple, yellow and green. On February 9th, the Beatles will be the subject of a two-hour CBS special that will commemorate their arrival in the United States. Look for the shoes to be available in March!
info via Rolling Stone
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Here’s something you don’t see every day. Well…I mean in a brand new shoe. The Overwashed pack from the Vans California line, gives the appearance of an extremely broken in pair of Vans, but without the funk and worn out sole. Here’s what Vans has to say about it: “Don’t we all want our Vans to look as if Tony Alva had worn them since the ’70s? With this Sk8-Hi Reissue CA we experimented with speeding up the process of disintegration that makes a pair of Vans truly one’s own. Newly assembled 10 oz. canvas Authentic and Slip-On silhouettes have undergone enzyme wash, stonewash, dip-dye, and oil treatments to please those who favor their favorites beat-up and used. The iconic look of the Vans Sk8-Hi in bled out blacks and blues make this shoe a true ambassador of our brand heritage. Deploying every trick in the book, the resulting over-washed appearance flaunts just the right amount of mimicked abuse.” A few colorways are available now on the Vans webstore by clicking on the pic above! See the rest of the models after the jump.
info via FreshNGood
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Here’s another banger from Vans California, dubbed the Embossed Check Old Skool Reissue CA. Look familiar? That might be because it looks like the younger sibling to the Syndicate Authentic 69 Pro “S” that came out last year, and that’s a dope thing! Featuring Scotchgard treated pigskin suede uppers, done up in tonal red or blue with an embossed checkerboard pattern for that awesome subtle detail, noticeable when up close. They sit on an all-white sole, with gum waffle treads, and feature the signature Vans CA Ortholite insoles. Cop now from the Vans webstore by clicking on the pic above or below!
This has got to be one of the nicest Old Skools to come out in awhile, and it’s no surprise that it comes to us from the California collection. I swear the colorways and materials that they have been choosing are on par with the top-tier Vault line! Whoever is responsible for knocking these heaters out season after season, deserves some proper recognition. Cheers to you! For this particular release, they went with a tonal black or tan colorway, and to get a better idea of the design, here’s what Vans has to say: “Made to bear the brunt of unruly weather, premium waxed twill uppers are treated to resist the elements, further enhancing the rich texture of quality materials. As the California Collection demonstrates season after season, convincing design comes in unobtrusive detail, and purposefully placed components such as a cheetah print lining, tortoise shell eyelets, a syped bottom plate and premium woven laces prove the point”. These are now available for purchase on the Vans webstore. Support Under The Palms and click on the pic above to purchase either colorway!
info via Hypebeast
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Words and pics via Hypebeast:
“This season, Vans set out to evolve its OTW line by taking a more subtle approach in connecting the range’s silhouettes to classic footwear from the brand’s archives. The result is the brand new Tesella. Employing a handwoven upper of 15mm inserts, the Tesella’s aesthetic is a direct reference – in both scale and motif – to the iconic Vans checkerboard pattern. Keeping this extra comfortable is an UltraCush Lite outsole, padded collar, and a deconstructed heel counter.” Available now from the Vans webstore, by clicking on the pic above!
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One of our main supporters, In4mation, has just released their Winter 2014 collection, featuring a few dope floral pieces, as well as a few graphic tees, which In4m always comes correct with. The Bones “hi” tee should be popular amongst our circles, as well as the Spy vs. Spy design with the checkerboard border. The DeLaSoul inspired graphic is dope as well! The hats is where it’s at though! The floral “hi” and 3m “hi” hats are straight killing it. Enough said. Go cop yours on the In4mation webstore, or at your local In4m dealer.
info via Highsnobiety
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