June 23, 2009

Crooks & Castles x Vans Moda Hi Sneakers

Vans hooks it up with a closer look into the upcoming collabo with Crooks & Castles. The kicks are part of the East vs. West Pack that will also feature the likes of Acapulco Gold. Each pack will feature a matching tee with the newly designed Moda Hi sneaker, a ... more

June 23, 2009

DQM / HUF / KICKS|HI x Vans “3 Feet High” Half-Cab Styling Shots

While we've seen a handful of looks into the upcoming Vans "3 Feet High" collection which releases this Saturday, June 27th, however KICKS/HI inject a little of their own island flavor and interpretation into the upcoming pack with these beautiful scene shots on the island of Oahu. All three models ... more

June 22, 2009

Vans 2009 Holiday Era “Checkerboard”

The holiday season is still many months away, however a preview into an upcoming "Checkerboard" Era is unveiled here. Never moving far from one of its quintessential classics, Vans incorporates the checkerboard pattern into one of its most popular models, the Era. Working alongside the checkerboard pattern is a suede ... more

June 19, 2009

Vans CA 46 & SK8-HI

Another Vans drop this month features the CA pack, a selection of tonal offerings revolving around the 46 and SK8-HI models. The uppers feature suede and canvas uppers as the foxing band includes a series of lines rather than the customary smooth finish. Available now in all black or all ... more

June 17, 2009

DQM / HUF / KICKS/HI x Vans “3 Feet High” Half-Cab Further Look

Releasing a little over a week from now, DQM offers us a further look into the multi-partner collaboration which features not only themselves but respected boutiques in California's HUF and Hawaii's KICKS/HI. The Half Cab is the model of choice this time as the inaugural 3 Feet High project revolved ... more

June 16, 2009

Vans Mid Skool ‘77

Having been introduced via a collaboration last summer with Classic Kicks, little has emanated out of the Mid Skool '77 model as the OG classic makes a return in some simple basics. The taller brother of the Old Skool, the shoe features many of the same traits and toebox characteristics. ... more

June 16, 2009

Vans 3 Feet High Half Cab Release Party in Hawaii

As one of the returning participants to the Vans 3 Feet High collection which features DQM and HUF, KICKS/HI are planning to blow things up with a special release party on Thursday, June 25th, 2009. The event taking place at the thirtyninehotel will feature music by the Nocturnal Sound Krew ... more

June 15, 2009

Captain Fin x Vans

Traditionally known for their artwork on fins "by surfers and artists for surfers and artists", Captain Fin is at the center of a collaboration with Vans. The company teams up on a new silhouette which combines a mid-cut sneaker as well as a low-top court style in separate colorways. Two ... more

June 15, 2009

Rick Griffin x Vans Authentic

While we previewed some of the fall releases for the Rick Griffin x Vans Vault collection, a present-day release with a classic Vans Authentic model also bears the name of the iconic underground comic/psychedelic illustrator. The shoe's execution is ultimately very minimalistic as the majority of the design on the ... more

June 9, 2009

Red Kap for Vans Work Wear Collection

Implementing rugged, industrial aesthetics in various past projects, Vans elevates those elements into a capsule collection, in conjunction with timeless work wear brand, Red Kap. The lineup features your traditional work wear pieces, including durable button-down shirts, work pants and shorts, and a work jacket. All are featured in classic ... more