Blends Hints At A New Bones Decon Sk8-Hi!

Sep 21 16 under Collaborations, Vault | Comments Off

Last week, Blends sent out a link to their Autumn/Winter 2016 lookbook, and just like with the Peacoat Bones release, they revealed a new collab in the photoshoot. This appears to be a Sk8-Hi Decon in black with white contrast stitching. Not sure if this one has a zipper like the prior pairs, but the absence of different panels on the shoe makes for a dope minimalistic look, a style that is signature to Blends. No official info has been released as of yet, but stay tuned!

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Vans – MTE Footwear & Apparel Collection (Fall 2016)

Sep 21 16 under General Release, MTE | Comments Off

Words via Vans:

“Vans proudly unveils the fall ‘16 men and women’s All Weather MTE footwear and apparel collection, built to endure Mother Nature’s harshest weather conditions from the mountains to the streets. The fall ‘16 Vans All Weather MTE collection offers an upgraded series of classic Vans footwear and apparel silhouettes that employ weather-resistant technology and construction while staying true to Vans’ timeless aesthetic.

Designed for the elements, the fall ‘16 All Weather MTE collection presents outerwear pieces that mirror Vans’ MTE footwear innovation. Coated with durable water repellant (DWR), these progressive jackets will keep you warm and dry during the cold and wet winter seasons. The men’s apparel assortment offers a wide selection of jackets including the 66th Parallel MTE, the Kilroy MTE and the Junipero MTE. The 66th Parallel MTE jacket – a quilt puffer with a lightweight PrimaLoft® down blend – provides increased warmth, breathability and water resistance. Paying homage to the bomber trend, the Kilroy MTE is a hooded bomber with a quilted lining, perfect for crisp, frigid days. The Junipero MTE is traditional fisherman’s jacket, adapted for the elements with a breathable back ventilation slit to emphasize the definition of classic style with reliable function.

For the first time, the Vans All Weather MTE collection extends into the women’s apparel line. Women’s styles include the Off Key Parka MTE and Fuego Parka MTE built with a longer fit and DWR coating with maximum protection for moist climates. Another women’s favorite includes the Diggit MTE jacket, designed with a quilted high neck, blending warmth with fashion.

Rounding out the apparel offering, Vans returns with a robust selection of All Weather MTE footwear from Vans Classics available in enhanced models of iconic Vans silhouettes including the Sk8-Hi MTE, Sk8-Hi 46 MTE, and the Old Skool MTE. The collection features premium Scotchgard®-treated leather and suede uppers, warm linings, and a heat retention layer between the sockliner and outsole to help keep feet warm and dry. A Vans constructed lug outsole takes advantage of over 20 years of snow boot history, infusing timeless style and modern technology into footwear that embraces the cold seasons.

The Vans All Weather MTE collection was put to the test and shot in a variety of cold and wet environments around the globe including Europe, Asia and North America. Vans provided iPhone 6s to Vans friends and family as they embarked on an international journey through the seasons. Each photographer was equipped with the Vans All Weather MTE line to document their adventures. The result is a striking collage of scenic adventures highlighting the All Weather MTE collection through the lens of renowned lifestyle and action sports photographers including Chad Chomlack, Chad Huff, Charles Lanceplaine, James North, Jay Meador, Jeff Han, Matt Georges, Nolan Hall and Pete Williams.

The Vans All Weather MTE footwear and apparel collection launches globally on September 21. To learn more about the Vans All Weather MTE collection, visit Vans.com/AllWeather.”

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Vans Pro – 50th Anniversary Sk8-Hi Pro ’91 Coors Light (Available at @silostore on 9.17.16)

Sep 16 16 under 50th, Collaborations, Pro | Comments Off

Beer drinkers unite! The Vans 50th Anniversary celebration continues, this time with a familiar collaboration from decades ago. You’ve seen vintage pairs of Coors Light Vans in the past, but they’ve always been the Era models, but never have you seen a Sk8-Hi model until now. Vans has linked up with Coors again, to create this Sk8-Hi Pro ’91, but there’s a unique back story to this design, as with most of the “Syndicate allocated” 50th Anniversary Pro releases. After reading a few comments on @natescrappy_vans50tharchive Instagram account, I learned that this design is an exact replica of a pair that Steve Van Doren created for Jeff Grosso back in 1991. It was a one-off, and no other original Made In USA pairs exist. Jeff even commented on said Instagram post that “they were the best shoes he ever owned”. I can’t see these staying around very long, but if you put in some work online, you might be able to score a pair from Silo, or your local Vans Pro account this weekend.

Thanks to Silo and Nates Crappy Vans 50th Archive for the borrowed pics!

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Vans Pro x Dime – Old Skool Pro & Fairlane (9.17.16)

Sep 13 16 under Collaborations, Pro | Comments Off

Words via Hypebeast:

“Since last year’s collaboration on the Slip-On Pro, the partnership between Vans and Montreal skateboarding mainstay Dime continues with two new sneakers. The classic Old Skool Pro gets reworked in two colorways, optioned in cream white and navy. Both pairs feature a buttery upper with contrasting white midsoles and a translucent “Dime” branded outsole. The Fairlane gets a full makeover with a “Dream Blue” colorway and newfound Vans technology in the form of a Pro Lite cupsole and Ultracush HD sockliner. The three-piece capsule will be available on September 10 exclusively at the Vans x Dime pop-up in Montreal’s Plateau neighborhood. The pop-up shop opens for a week on September 10; the shoes will be available at select Stockists such as Supreme from September 17.”

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Vault by Vans x Highs and Lows – Sk8-Hi LX & Old Skool Zip LX (9.17.16)

Sep 13 16 under Collaborations, Vault | Comments Off

Words via Highs And Lows:

“In celebration of Vans’ 50th anniversary and our on-going partnership with Vans of 10 years, together we are proud to present the Vans Vault by Highs and Lows Sk8-Hi LX and Old Skool Zip LX. A two shoe collection that embraces late eighties signature skate heritage but executed through premium materials on instantly recognizable and classic Vans silhouettes – both offerings include uppers treated with a mixture of waxed suede whilst the printed canvas is unique to the Sk8-Hi, whereas the Old Skool features a more robust ballistic nylon mesh and heavy-duty medial zip. The use of silver eyelets, marled lining and contrast stitch details act as a nod to the properties of tin and alloy, a celebratory element of our on-going partnership together with Vans. The outsoles are treated in an iced, transparent finish which reveal ‘HIGHS’ and ‘LOWS’ wording respective to the Sk8-Hi and Old Skool – both the Sk8-Hi LX and Old Skool Zip LX will be available this Saturday, September 17 through a special one-day pop up event at 448 Beaufort Street and will be releasing alongside our new Highs and Lows Spring apparel collection.”

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Vans Vault x Steven Alan – “Nihon Menpu” Textile Collection (Fall 2016)

Sep 7 16 under Collaborations, Vault | Comments Off

Check out Steven Alan’s latest collaboration with Vault by Vans, showcasing their take on the classic checkerboard pattern in a durable cotton twill sourced from the Nihon Menpu textile mill in Japan. Steven Alan is offering up 3 models, the Slip-On LX, Sk8-Hi Reissue LX, and the OG Style 36 LX. The look is of black leather and suede, finished with classic Vans details. These are now available in extremely limited quantities on the Steven Alan webstore.

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Vans x Fear Of God x Pac Sun – Sk8-Hi 38 Reissue (UTP Review!)

Aug 30 16 under Collaborations | Comments Off

Many woke up this morning to see that Pac Sun announced that their exclusive, super highly anticipated collaboration between Vans and Fear Of God was officially releasing this morning. This came to us as a nice surprise, as we weren’t sure what was to become of this release. Jerry Lorenzo has been dropping some hints on his social media accounts about these coming soon, but also stating that he wished he had more pairs for friends. Not quite sure what to make of all of that, but as for now, just the Sk8-Hi has dropped at a few select stores. Nothing online, just physical stores. Will there still be pairs allocated for online? Perhaps. Keep your eyes and ears to the street. No word on the Era as of yet, but hopefully they will eventually release, as they’re pretty dope, even if you don’t dress yourself in F.O.G.

I was able to get my hands on a pair of these Sk8-Hi 38 Reissues and I wanted to point out a few nice features. First off, the black sidewall material is the exact same “surplus” canvas that was used on the Vault x Wtaps OG Sk8-Hi LX a few years back. The lining is a premium pig suede, similarly found on most Vaults and Supreme Vans, and there’s a F.O.G. label sewn on to the back of the tongue. Other than that, there’s no external branding. Jerry’s black/birch color blocking is very unique, as past designs haven’t bothered to separate the vamp and sole colors from the entire back half of the shoe before. The first sample pairs we saw, featured a blacked out jazz stripe, but the actual release opted for a contrasting white stripe. Nothing a DIY touch-up can’t fix, if that’s your steez. The contrasting white stitching is a nice touch, to an assuming high-fashion pair of Vans. Great job overall.

For a realistic review, check out a few shots I took with an iPhone SE, and hopefully you’ll still have a chance at getting these, as most Pac Sun locations are already selling out.

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Vans Customs – Now Including Pro and Lite Models!

Aug 29 16 under Customs | Comments Off

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Customizing shoes has been part of Vans’ DNA since their very first day of business. If Vans didn’t have a color or pattern that you liked, you were able to bring in your own favorite fabric, for a one-off custom shoe that was tailor made just for you. Those 50th Anniversary “Duke Kahanamoku” Authentics with the floral print? Yeah, the original pairs were made for the Duke, from one of his shirts!

So with that brief back story, we’re excited to share that Vans has revamped their Customs program with a bunch of new patterns and colors, but most importantly they’ve added the Pro and Lite models to the line-up. This is a game changer for those of us (and you) who know a little bit more than the average Vans fan. Whether you want a pair that features a more durable upper and improved sockliner, or the most comfortable pair of Vans’ classics, there is something for everyone.

The Vans Customs site has been rebuilt from the ground up, and now features an intuitive 3D shoe builder, which has a faster response to rendering your shoe than the past website, and the colors are pretty close to what the actual pair will come out like. The only thing that may need to be updated, is the labeling of the colors and patterns, just so we don’t let our eyes fool us, and in case we see a familiar color that we already know what it looks like in real life.

You can build your own pair of Vans using the new site right now, and have them shipped in about 2 weeks. That’s incredible! You can support Under The Palms by building and ordering your pair by clicking through our links above, and on the banners at the top of the page so we can continue to do what we love! Thanks guys!

Vans Vault – OG Sk8-Hi, Old Skool, and Era LX (Available Now @hotrodla) #HRLA

Aug 25 16 under Vault | Comments Off

Boy, all of the new round of Vaults this season are amazing, especially with the OG series. They continue to come up with unique vintage-esque colorways that just seem to work really fucking well. We already love our OG Vaults, mainly because of the vintage shape, heavyweight canvas/suede combos, and leather linings, oh and I can’t forget the awesomely affordable prices, but it’s the colors that really make them such a hit. You have to have a few pairs in your footwear rotation at all times. For the current offerings, Vault did the OG Old Skool up in an Olive or Bronze colorway, while the OG Era was done up in a Lead colorway which we first got a glimpse of with the Prison Issue awhile back, and the Sk8-Hi now sees the same color mock-up as well as a Raven colorway which is the favorite amongst most, with it’s dark charcoal (almost black) color. Following in the theme of all the prior OG releases from earlier in the year, each pair sports a classic royal blue foxing stripe. Classic indeed. Classy fasho. Thanks to Hot Rod, we get a first look and chance to buy these, but your local Vault dealers will be dropping these soon if not already.

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Vans Vault – Sk8-Hi Reissue Lite LX & Old Skool Lite LX (Available Now @properlbc)

Aug 25 16 under Lite, Vault | Comments Off

Proper gives us one of the first looks at the latest Vans Vault Lite collection. The popularity of the Lite models has really started to take off, especially since it looks like the manufacturing processes of the soles have improved. We’re starting to see less angles and creases in the one-piece UltraCush foxing, making them look even closer to our beloved classics, but the comfort is still top-notch compared to any other Vans out there. This season, Vault went with a premium tonal nubuck for the entire uppers, available in some stunning colorways such as Dark Steel, Blue, Brown, Black, and Navy, but these aren’t your typical basic colors by any means. The pics Proper took will give you a much better perspective. As with most of these Vault Lites, the prices are a little bit higher than what we’re used to, but considering that the soles last longer, and are much easier to clean (baby wipes does the trick, no lie!), you’ll definitely be getting your money’s worth.

Now available from Proper, and will be hitting your local Vault dealer soon!

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