Sole Classics and Vans are proud to launch their 6th collaborative project; The Funk Collection on Friday, June 28th, 2019 through a New York pop-up experience, and globally on Saturday, June 29th, 2019 exclusively in-store at their Dublin location and online at SoleClassics.com. Known for their Ohio-focused storytelling, this entire collection consists of 4 Vans footwear silhouettes that pay homage to musical icons who have at some point called this great state “Home”. This project is inspired by both Funk and Soul music and the impact that it has had on their favorite artists and the decades of music that would follow.
In addition to the 4 shoes, there will also be 4 collaborative apparel pieces with 10 Deep, 2 hats, a women’s top, 2 men’s tops, a pair of bottoms, socks and a tote bag that will tie in with the footwear. In addition to the footwear and apparel, a vinyl album with all original music will be passed out for FREE to the first 100 people in line who make a purchase at both their New York and Dublin (Columbus, OH) in-store releases.
My quick thoughts:
“This pack is utterly amazing. I hope the amount of customization and details that went into each shoe doesn’t go unnoticed. Each shoe could’ve had it’s own release, and they would’ve all been successful, but I think having 4 shoes paints a bigger picture, and shows a lot of different sides to the Funk & Soul era that merged music cultures, geographical location, and style to create something all it’s own. If you’re knowledgeable in the funk & soul era, you’ll recognize some of the design influences throughout the pack. Meticulously thought out, and perfectly executed, and I believe this idea was perfect for Vans, over any other company. Oh, and just in case you’re asleep, this pack has a few “first time” design features in the history of Vans. From the first time ever seeing a jazz stripe on a Chukka, to utilizing a reflective thread on their Slip-On, to spreading a message across the waffle soles of 4 shoes, to create a cool graphic when you line them up. Props to Vans for allowing Sole Classics to push the boundary of design just a little bit more than what we’ve seen, and hopefully this inspires the next collaborator to think of something even more unique. Vans, stop saying no, and embrace these cool new ideas!!!”
Vault by Vans Sk8-Hi LX “Funk” – Retail $155 Sizes 6-13
Vault by Vans Ckukka LX “Soul” – Retail $150 Sizes 5.5-13
Vault by Vans Classic Slip-On LX “Peace” – Retail $100 Sizes 3.5-13
Vans Women’s Classic Slip-On Platform “Love” – Retail $90 Women’s Sizes 5-11.5
To read a more in-depth article on the release, as well as see more pics and information for each shoe, head over to Sole Classics blog HERE.
more pics after the jump
