Vans – Satin Patchwork Collection (June 2018)

May 22 18 under General Release, Girls | Comments Off

Words via Vans:

“Vans, the original action sports footwear and apparel brand has reimagined three of the most beloved Classic silhouettes to present the Satin Patchwork capsule for fall. The three-piece assortment features the Authentic, Classic Slip-On and Sk8-Hi models with embellished design details inspired by the mend and repair process.

A Vans icon since 1966, the Authentic kicks off the offering with satin pink patches across the vamp and heel counter with embroidered rose designs. The traditional checkerboard Classic Slip-On receives a style update by juxtaposing the checker pattern with varying patch and floral embroidery across the vamp. The Sk8-Hi utilizes canvas checkerboard quarter panels that are decorated with colorful silk patches and grey floral designs.”

The Satin Patchwork collection delivers new takes on Vans’ legacy models and will be available to shop in Vans retail stores and online at Vans.com/Classics beginning this June.

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Vans Skate x Supply – Chima Pro 2 LTD (5.19.18)

May 16 18 under Collaborations, Pro | Comments Off

Info and pics via Silo:

PROJECT BRIEFING:

On the heels of Chima Ferguson’s second pro shoe release, Vans keeps the party going with a sophomore collaboration by Sydney-based retailer Supply. Supply’s Chima Pro 2 celebrates the Australian all-terrain killer’s longstanding relationship with the shop and pays homage to its influences in music, skate, and art culture, while pushing Australian heritage and aesthetic forward. The bold take on the Chima Pro 2’s minimalist design stands to make one of the most versatile skate shoes out there even more appealing. Defined by a disruptive “AUSCAM” camouflage pattern and ballpoint drawings of past Supply graphics, and doodles in ode to Chima’s girlfriend and dog, the limited release embodies the smooth style and hometown pride Chima is known for.

ABOUT SUPPLY:

Since its inception in 2002, Supply has made its mark at home and abroad by supporting local Australian labels and embracing emerging international brands alike. In introducing cultural heavyweights like Supreme, Palace, and Bianca Chandon to the Australian market, Supply has grown beyond its humble Darlinghurst roots to become a mainstay in the global scene.

FEATURES:

•Leather tongue badge with debossed Chima signature logo
•Reinforced upper construction anchored by fused gum rubber Duracap
•Dual-density foam ankle collar with molded heel cup for a more comfortable, secure fit
•Evolved foxing tape for better flex and increased durability
•Removable UltraCush Lite 3D footbed
•Olive laces to match the “AUSCAM” mil-spec vibe

MSRP is set at $80, and will be available from Silo as well as a few local Vans Skate dealers.

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Vault x Pilgrim Surf + Supply – OG Style 36 LX & OG Authentic LX (5.17.18)

May 16 18 under Collaborations, Vault | Comments Off

Words via Pilgrim

“Vans Vault and Pilgrim Surf + Supply have partnered once again to create two new limited edition variations of Vans Vault OG Classic styles.

The Vans Vault Pilgrim OG Style 36 LX silhouette features an Olive and White color block canvas with a suede upper. Specialty features include alternating sole colors (right sole Marshmallow, left sole Olive), a Pilgrim pennant logo tab label, and a custom Vans Vault Pilgrim footbed. The shoe also features white contrast stitching, padded ankles, leather side stripes, and leather lining. Flat narrow laces in both Marshmallow and Olive come with this style.

The Vans Vault Pilgrim OG Authentic LX silhouette features an Eggplant canvas upper combined with Eggplant suede at the heel, as well as Grape Jam binding and rivets. Specialty features include alternating sole colors (right sole Marshmallow, left sole Eggplant), a Pilgrim pennant logo tab label, and a custom Vans Vault + Pilgrim footbed. Flat narrow laces in both Marshmallow and Eggplant come with this style.

Sizing: Standard Vans Vault sizing. Women’s sizing runs a size and half smaller than Men’s — so if you are a size 7 Women’s, order a 5.5 Men’s.

The Vans Vault and Pilgrim Surf + Supply shoe collaboration launches May 17th, 2018 at noon in our Brooklyn shop location. Available online starting at 8AM EST on May 18th, 2018. Select styles will be available at Pilgrim Tokyo, check pilgrimsurfsupply.jp for release updates.”

**Limit two pairs per style per customer. Special edition, available for a limited time only.**

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Vans x Michelin – Sk8-Hi & Old Skool Giveaway #streettreadcontest

May 10 18 under Collaborations, Contests | Comments Off

Words via Hypebeast:

“Skate imprint Vans has linked up with French tire company Michelin on a collaborative footwear range featuring limited-edition Sk8-Hi and Old Skool models. Both silhouettes boast a blue and white checkerboard print upper featuring the Michelin Man’s face in the white cells, as well as bright yellow accents at the tongue tab, inner lining and foxing.

The Michelin x Vans project was made with the intention to promote safe driving, specifically bringing awareness to issues such as unsafe tread and over/under-inflated tires. According to Michelin, data shows that four in 10 teen drivers are driving with tires that could be unsafe; additionally, 300,000 of 2.2 million yearly accidents in the U.S. involve teens driving with faulty tires.

Only 100 pairs of the Michelin x Vans sneakers will be available via Michelin’s Street Tread contest FOR ANYONE BETWEEN THE AGES OF 15-21! You can enter the contest by posting a picture on social media (Instagram, Twitter or Snapchat) that shows proper tire maintenance and the hashtag #StreetTreadContest. Head over to the contest’s website to learn more.”

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Vans – BMX Checkerboard Pack (June 2018)

May 8 18 under BMX, General Release | Comments Off

Vans, the first action sports apparel and footwear brand to ever support BMX, is introducing retro-inspired colorways across two Classic silhouettes as part of the BMX Checkerboard Pack. The five-piece collection out this fall uses vintage color combinations and Vans iconic checkerboard pattern to update the Era and Sk8-Hi models.

Designers looked to the brand’s nearly 40-year legacy in action sports, drawing inspiration from colorways first worn and sported by its own BMX team riders in the late ‘80s and early ‘90s. The BMX Checkerboard pack highlights the Era and Sk8-Hi, which are each outfitted in a two-tone color scheme and checkerboard printed sidewalls. The Era will be available in three colorways including an ode to the original red and navy two-tone model that was first developed by Dogtown legends, Tony Alva and Stacy Peralta in 1976. The star of the collection offering comes from the Sk8-Hi, which was a pivotal shoe for the performance of BMX riders because it provided ankle coverage and protection when racing BMX and attempting freestyle tricks on bikes. The BMX Checkerboard Sk8-Hi honors that progression with two color-ups each featuring Checkerboard along the quarter panels in addition to the checkered sidewall.

The BMX Checkerboard Pack will be available to shop in Vans retail stores and online at Vans.com/classics beginning this June.

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Vans Japan x Alexander Lee Chang – BOA Sk8-Hi (Japan exclusive!)

May 4 18 under Collaborations, Japan Only | Comments Off

Words via Hypebeast:

“Alexander Lee Chang has linked up with Vans once again to offer a creative spin on yet another classic silhouette. A year ago to the day, we got a look at their collaborative “Boa Skool” creation, in which the Tokyo-based artist applied a Boa lacing system to a two-toned black and blue Old Skool silhouette.

This time around, Chang opts for the cult classic Sk8-Hi model — choosing once more to apply the same distinct lacing mechanism to the Vans hi-top. Seen above rocking a core black base, ample doses of white brighten up the somber palette, as shown in the exposed stitching, signature side stripe and midsole. Priced at ¥22,680 JPY (approximately $208 USD), the Alexander Lee Chang x Vans “Boa Top” is expected to arrive sometime in November, but is now available for pre-order at Shelter.”

Vans x C2H4 – “Ozone” Old Skool & Era (5.10.18)

May 2 18 under Collaborations | Comments Off

Words via Hypebeast:

“Supplementing its Spring/Summer 2018 “Zero Gravity” release, C2H4 has put its own unique spin on a couple of Vans silhouettes. Featuring both the Old Skool and Era, the drop takes cues from ozone generator machines and even sees each pair packed in a box that resembles the aforementioned generator’s housing. While the Old Skool comes in tonal blue, the Era dons a white upper and transparent sole unit; both sport red and blue holes as a nod to the input-output principle of the machines.”

Limited to just 150 pairs each and complete with remote control-inspired hang tags, C2H4’s “Ozone” Vans drop online on May 10.

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Vault by Vans x LQQK Studio – Collection (4.21.18)

Apr 16 18 under Collaborations, Vault | Comments Off

Hot off the presses, Vault by Vans partners with Brooklyn-based LQQK Studio, a screen-printing and design service collection with deep roots in art, fashion, skate and street culture. An eclectic mix between throwback style and translucent color themes, the new LQQK Studio project highlights a full range of apparel and footwear, available at select accounts this spring.

Founded by NYC creative Alex Dondero, along with Paul Bryant, Max Feuer, Martin Davis and Joe Garvey, LQQK Studio collaborates with a rotating cast of contributors that remain at the forefront of creative expression. Akin to Vans’ most cherished limited-run collections, LQQK Studio’s distinctive clothing line quickly became a cult following since 2011, catching the attention of New York’s best style purveyors, music lovers and streetwear aficionados.

For this special collaboration, Vault by Vans designers and LQQK Studio dug through the Vans archives to reintroduce the Epoch Sport LX in three colorways including black, cream and multi-colored, all featured on a striking translucent gum outsole. The Authentic One-Piece LX in black, purple and cream hairy suede colorways showcases the rare yet iconic flying “V” logo on the quarter panel in a contrasting white embroidery. In apparel, Vault by Vans and LQQK Studio introduce two short-sleeved crew tees in an all-over checkerboard jacquard, a black polo shirt with monochromic sleeve detailing, black track shorts, two six-panel hats and a semi-opaque coaches jacket.

The Vault by Vans x LQQK Studio collection retails from $110 to $175 and launches globally on April 21, 2018 at select Vault accounts. Learn more about this special project at www.vans.com/vault.

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Vans x Lazy Oaf – Collection (April 2018)

Apr 11 18 under Collaborations, Girls | Comments Off

Words via Vans:

“Vans, the original action sports and apparel brand collaborates with independent, London-based fashion brand, Lazy Oaf to present a head-to-toe collection available exclusively for women. Vans has blended its “Off The Wall” aesthetic with Lazy Oaf’s tongue in cheek attitude to bring forth a collection of Classic footwear, apparel and accessories debuting this month.

“Vans and Lazy Oaf fans are very similar” says Gemma Shiel, Lazy Oaf’s Founder and Creative Director. “Everyone that wears both Lazy Oaf and Vans are nonconventional and “keep it weird” in an irreverent and playful way.”

The Vans x Lazy Oaf collection showcases a vision of youthful creativity by bringing Lazy Oaf’s edgy weirdness and notoriously colorful aesthetic to a range of Vans apparel and accessories. Using a distinct color palette of pink, black and white, the Vans x Lazy Oaf apparel collection uses checkerboard and playful Lazy Oaf elements. The Sorry I’m Late Tee is fitted with embroidery at the chest and checker trim down the sleeves. The Off The Wall Tee uses an oversized fit that includes checkerboard printed neck rib and a zany embroidery detail at the chest. The Checkerboard Tee combines a sport stripe neck with checkerboard trim down the sleeves and is finished with Vans Flying V logo. The Bear Floral Bodysuit boldly displays checkerboard print with embroidered floral details and a crisscross back. The eyeball check pattern covers the A-line skirt that makes the perfect pairing for the collection. The baby doll style dress has been remastered to include a t-shirt style top with an oversized fit and is available in two cheeky styles. Street and sportswear influence can be seen across the Bear Floral Crew and Off The Wall Lazy Hoodie.

Key accessories include the Eyeball Backpack and Bear Bag, which each use checker printed straps. The Off The Wall Lazy Cap may seem like a classic baseball shape but it has been updated to include an oversized checker printed ribbon tie at the back. The classic ribbed sock receives the Lazy Oaf treatment and will be available in three colorways that include playful stripe, check and heart details.

The collection wraps up at your feet with four Classic footwear styles. The Old Skool Platform is taken to new heights and showcases black suede uppers that have been decked out with checkerboard printed laces and a pink Sidestripe. Adorning the platform sidewall are novelty cutouts that display three white hearts. Each Old Skool Platform style is finished with cheeky embroidery that reads ‘Bad for you” at each heel counter. A reissue of Vans Style 29 has been designed to include canvas pink uppers and is contrasted by a black lugged outsole and toe cap. The Style 29 is finished with playful “Sorry I’m Late” laces and a checkerboard liner. Vans’ checkerboard pattern has been reimaged to include Lazy Oaf’s eyeball print and if finished with a pink foxing stripe and bold black outsole for an edgy new take on one of Vans’ most iconic silhouettes. style. Rounding out the footwear assortment is the Authentic which receives a delicate floral upper and is juxtaposed by a black outsole for just the right amount of edge.”

The Vans x Lazy Oaf Collection is available to shop in select Vans stores and online at https://www.vans.com/shop/collections-vans-lazy-oaf and LazyOaf.com now! For more information, please visit www.vans.com/article_detail/lazy-oaf.

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Vans x A Tribe Called Quest – Collection (4.6.18)

Mar 26 18 under Bands, Collaborations, General Release | Comments Off

Words via Vans, and pics via Highsnobiety:

“Vans, the original action sports and apparel brand, unites with iconic hip-hop collective, A Tribe Called Quest and Sony Music’s innovative merchandising company The Thread Shop, to unveil an exclusive footwear collection that sees a true creative homage come to life.

Paying tribute to the style, art, music, and originality of the artist’s immense cultural influence since the early 1990s, Vans celebrates A Tribe Called Quest’s outstanding contributions to music and pop culture with footwear designs that memorialize their iconic album artwork and the vibrant song lyrics forever embraced by the 90s zeitgeist and beyond. The exclusive collection offers a range of Vans classic silhouettes including the Slip-On, UltraRange, Old Skool, Slip-On, Authentic, Sk8-Hi and Era in bold colors and prints, illustrating the group’s most favorite milestones of their career.

For A Tribe Called Quest fans, the footwear designs speak volumes to the band’s beloved discography. The Slip-On style highlights the cover artwork from A Tribe Called Quest’s 2016 album, We Got It From Here… Thank You 4 Your Service, with embroidery of the album title, while the Era features an all-over graphic print of album covers spanning from 1990 to 2016. Based on The Anthology album artwork, the group’s rendition of the Old Skool features a classic black on black colorway. The Sk8-Hi features odes to their well-known Bonita Applebaum track with album artwork and printed lyrics on the shoelaces, quarter panels and lining. And a truly special rendition comes from the Authentic, which honors the life of the late Phife Dawg, who passed away in 2015. Lastly, the group’s version of Vans’ newest silhouette, the UltraRange, features black leather uppers with a contrasting red Sidestripe.”

The Vans x A Tribe Called Question collaboration retails from $37 to $85 and launches globally on April 6, 2018 in adult, kids and toddler sizing. Learn more about this special project at www.vans.com/atcq.

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