Vans x BJ Betts – Made For The Makers Collection (9.10.20)

Sep 10 20 under Collaborations, General Release | Comments Off

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Vans and BJ Betts have joined forces for the first-time to deliver a new range of “Made for the Makers” product. The legendary American tattoo artist and graphic designer combined his distinct aesthetic with three classic silhouettes from the California footwear label to create an assortment of functional, military-inspired styles.

Over the past two plus decades, BJ Betts has been at the forefront of the ever-changing tattoo world. Blending traditional tattoo elements with gothic imagery and Japanese folklore, Betts’ style is hallmarked by an emphasis on unique fonts and precise lettering. Having released a series of industry standard guides on lettering, Betts’ relevance to graphic design and tattoo art is undisputed. Today he works primarily out of his Kennett Square, Pennsylvania studio State Street Tattoo.

Tapping into the ornate designs that he’s become known for, Betts worked with Vans to update a trio of Classics—the Old Skool, Authentic and Slip-On, featuring original camouflage patterns in muted military-inspired colors. Each of the styles feature mixed suede and canvas uppers in liquid and dirt repellant Vansguard® coating with camouflage UltraCush sockliners and Vans’ “Made for the Makers” benefits including slip-resistant, vulcanized lugged outsoles, maximizing comfort without sacrificing personal style. Betts’ rendition features the addition of pull tabs at the heel, with digits representing his birth year (’71), alongside the original Vans style numbers.

‘’I wanted to make something functional. Being an artist and working long hours, more times than not I end up going out and having dinner later in the evening and going to meet up with my family and friends directly from work.

I wanted to have a collection that could be worn easily and comfortably while working, with the stain resistant qualities that allow me to head out for a nice dinner looking presentable with a simple wipe down of my shoes. The shoes are generally the first thing that is noticed, am I wrong?

The camo pattern and its colors are inspired by my military service, and my Grandfather’s service as well, who was one of the best men that ever walked this earth, and who this whole project is dedicated to. ‘’ – BJ Betts

The Vans x BJ Betts collection will be released September 10, 2020 on vans.com, at select Vans retail doors and Philadelphia retailer Lapstone and Hammer.

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Vault By Vans x Casestudy – Old Skool LX (9.10.20)

Sep 8 20 under Asia, Collaborations, Vault | Comments Off

Words via Hypebeast:

“Vault by Vans has just presented its second collaborative sneaker with Boontheshop’s Casestudy imprint. This time around, the Seoul-based sneaker bar has elected to cover the entire Old Skool silhouette in a premium Jacquard fabric that bears the choice of either a black or red Paisley pattern.

The co-branded shoe also sees a logo hit at the side of the outsole, clear/orange foxing, and an accompanying set of bandana laces. Those interested will have to wait until September 10, where the Case Study x Vault by Van Old Skool will be dropping exclusively at Boontheshop.”

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Vans x Supreme – Half Cab Pro & Old Skool Pro (Fall/Winter 2020)

Sep 8 20 under Collaborations, Supreme | Comments Off

Words via Supreme:

“This Fall, Supreme will release new versions of the Half Cab Pro and Old Skool Pro. The Half Cab Pro and Old Skool Pro feature a premium suede and canvas upper with printed logo pattern, leather lining and vulcanized outsole.

Made exclusively for Supreme, the Half Cab Pro and Old Skool Pro will be offered in three colorways.

Available Sept. 10th.

Available in Japan Sept. 12th.

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Vault By Vans x Free & Easy – Collection (9.4.20)

Sep 3 20 under Collaborations, Vault | Comments Off

Info via Vans and pics via Sole Classics

Inspired by surfers of generations past, Los Angeles-based Free & Easy is the culmination of long beach days in Southern California and everything embodied therein. Drawing from its own iconic SoCal roots since ‘66, Vault by Vans partners with Free & Easy this season on a collection that epitomizes mellow, retro vibes, with a ’70s-inspired palette featuring subdued sun-soaked gold and orange hues alongside a range of ocean-tinted jewel tones

Leading the Vault by Vans x Free & Easy collection is the OG Sk8-Hi LX in mango mojito/marshmallow and dress blues/marshmallow colorways, complete with Free & Easy’s signature “Don’t Trip” branding across the quarter panel. A psychedelic OG Era LX follows in Yin Yang/marshmallow and an OG Old Skool LX in Yin Yang/dress blues.

A collection of apparel matches back to the footwear, featuring Vans x Free & Easy PO hoodie in mango mojito, a 380-gram fleece with enzyme wash. Also available are Vans x Free & Easy LS shirt in antique white and a SS T-shirt in dress blues, both crafted from soft, hand-washed jersey. Rounding out the collection are a Vans x Free & Easy unstructured hat, offered in both mango mojito and dress blues colorways, and a Vans x Free & Easy sock.

The Vault by Vans x Free & Easy collection is available September 4, 2020, at select Vault by Vans retailers and freeandeasy.com. For more information, visit vans.com/vault.

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Vans – Chenille Pack (Aug 2020)

Aug 27 20 under General Release | Comments Off

Words via Vans:

“For the latest drop of the season, Vans designers offer two new remastered versions of the Era and the Old Skool Cap. Inspired by the Vans ‘Inside Out’ assortment which debuted last season, the Chenille pack uses unique techniques and exposed materials – incorporating DIY, deconstruction, and 3D design details that tie together the Classic footwear offering.

The Chenille pack kicks off with the Era, offering a modern take on the Classic silhouette. The Era features an off-white sole and canvas upper, with complimenting eyelets, stitching, laces, and interior, creating a monochromatic feel to the base of the shoe. Vans designers have elevated the brands iconic checkerboard pattern using flocked snow-white chenille material across the front and side panels for a 3D checkerboard effect. The Era is finished with a light pink, hand-stitched checkerboard patterned heel to tie these elements together. Rounding out the pack is the Old Skool Cap – a deconstructed take on the Vans Old Skool using a cut and paste design treatment. The Old Skool Cap integrates the raised chenille checkerboard pattern decorates the side panels and is complimented by an exposed foam Sidestripe and heel collar.

The lo-top model is finished with a double-layered tongue, pink pull tab and an upside-down sidewall application.”

The Vans Chenille pack will be available on Vans.com and vans retail stores this August. For more information, please visit Vans.com/news.

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LBIFBACK Review: Vans Vault Originals x Pilgrim Surf + Supply OG Authentic LX (Olive/Deep Ocean)

Aug 22 20 under Collaborations, Friends, Reviews, Videos | Comments Off

Everyone’s favorite Vans reviewer, and our brotha’, Daniel aka LBIFBACK , is back with a new review of the Vans Vault x Pilgrim Surf + Supply Olive/Deep Ocean OG Authentic LX. These have to be one of the nicest colorways that Pilgrim has put out. Anyways, check em out!

Vault By Vans x WTAPS – OG Old Skool LX & OG Classic Slip-On LX (8.22.20)

Aug 17 20 under Collaborations, Vault | Comments Off

Words via Vans:

“One of Vans’ most coveted and anticipated collaborations is back for its 14th year: Vault by Vans x WTAPS release the latest footwear styles that combine Vans’ timeless styles with WTAPS’ military-meets-urban sensibility. The collection will unveil a secondary drop, including apparel, later this season.

WTAPS is a Japanese brand founded in 2006 by Tetsu Nishiyama with a philosophy that is centered around placing things where they should be and draws inspiration from military clothing due to its practicality, production process, stitching and material details.

This fall, there are two themes prevalent throughout the collection that will emerge in footwear iterations, first with GPS. The GPS theme aligns with the military references for which WTAPS is well-known. The WTAPS logo and GPS coordinates are printed along the outsole of the OG Old Skool LX and OG Classic Slip-On LX. The first release will be in black and white, featuring the WTAPS logo and GPS coordinates printed in white text against the black outsole, as well as the same design imagined on black featuring an orange outsole.

The first Vault by Vans x WTAPS footwear drop will be available at select Vault by Vans dealers on August 22, 2020. Additional styles will be unveiled later this season. To learn more about the collection please visit Vans.com.“

We’ve been anticipating this one for awhile now, although it was mostly the iconic WTAPS crossbones that we were waiting for. These aren’t looking too bad either, but we love us some crossbones!

Vans x Alexander Lee Chang – Higera (Asia Exclusive!)

Aug 17 20 under Asia, Collaborations | Comments Off

Words via Hypebeast:

“San Francisco-born and Tokyo-based designer Alexander Lee Chang always has skateboarding in mind when preparing new collections, which naturally carries over to his creative collaborations with Vans Japan. Chang’s latest effort is unlike his previous laceless efforts, updating the timeless Vans Era with mountain climbing attributes.

Drawing inspiration from hiking boots, Chang has elevated the iconic skate sneaker with a bevy of thoughtful details, yielding a new silhouette that he’s dubbed the “Higera.” Noticably, the Higera sports a washed-out black color scheme, from the eVent-branded heel to the small kiltie beneath the laces. The eVent tech grants the waterproof upper extra breathability, crucial for footwear intended to keep the feet dry.

Alexander Lee Chang’s collaborative Vans are available on ZOZOTOWN’s page, accompanied by two pairs of mismatched Dickies pants, also designed with Vans to ensure skateboarders can pair the pants and shoes effortlessly.”

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Vans – U-Color Collection (Available Now!)

Aug 14 20 under Art, Customs, General Release | Comments Off

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Words via Vans:

“Vans’ latest delivery of Classic footwear enables creativity and personalization by allowing you to customize and create your own pair of Vans. As a nod to the early days of Vans, the U-Color collection lets you creatively express your personal style and make your Vans your very own. The U-Color collection is available now at select Vans retail stores and online at Vans.com.

Drawing inspiration from the Vans fans who use their footwear as a creative canvas, the U-Color collection features an Era that has a blank checkerboard pattern atop each of the panels, a true white tongue, and laces and eyelets to make your own checkerboard design or new pattern. The sidewall of the Era showcases “fill in the blanks” for fans to make a statement and express their individuality. A second Era footwear style highlights a hand-drawn floral motif and leaves each of the flowers open to fill in and color. Whether you stay inside the lines or choose to go beyond, the U-Color collection enables creativity during an inspiring time of expression and personal style.”

The U-Color collection is available to shop in Vans retail location and online at Vans.com now.

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Vault By Vans x Stray Rats – Leopard Print Pack (Available via Raffle)

Aug 11 20 under Collaborations, Vault | Comments Off

Info via Hypebeast:

“Following its collaboration with New Balance, Stray Rats has now unveiled its latest team-up with Vans Vault.

Continuing to add to its footwear lineup, the upcoming collab features two colorways of the Old Skool No Stripe and an Era colorway. A major focus of the collaboration is an archival leopard pattern accented by either suede or canvas and contrast stitching. Aside from the usual Vans branding tabs, additional branding on the shoe includes “STRAY RATS” is embossed on the back heel panel and spray paint-style printed insoles. Rounding up the design of the shoes are glossy black midsoles paired with gum rubber outsoles.”

Exclusive to U.S. customers only, the Stray Rats x Vans Vault Old Skool No Stripe and Era are set to be available via a raffle on Stray Rat’s website.

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