June 9, 2009

Vans Vault Standard Issue SK8-Hi LX

Initially previewed back in January, Vans Vault begins their Fall releases with a set of Standard Issue LX SK8-Hi's. The kicks come in three colorways, all featuring a premium Vault makeup with metal eyelets and multiple additional panels throughout. All three can be purchased through select Vans Vault accounts, including ... more

June 8, 2009

Jason Jessee for Vans Syndicate SK8-Hi Preview

Multi-faceted skateboarder/chopper builder, Jason Jessee, brings his creative prowess to a new pack of sneakers alongside Vans. Continuing his long-standing relationship with company, Jessee works up another set of Vans' classic SK8-Hi models, using minimal colors. The kicks are featured in two different schemes, including brown and black premium leather ... more

June 8, 2009

Vans “Stories of Sole” Book Launch Recap

Celebrating the launch of their book, "Stories of Sole", Vans threw a kick-back event this past Thursday, paying tribute to the many icons that have built the brand since its inception in 1966. The book, authored by Doug Palladini, follows the endless projects from Vans Off The Wall campaigns throughout ... more

June 8, 2009

Vans 106 Vulcanized “Corduroy”

A shoe that combines elements of some of Vans' all-time favorites, the Vans 106 is set to release later this year in a corduroy upper. Evoking thoughts of a Chukka low, the shoe includes a monotone color with a suede toebox. The holiday 2009 drops should include the following colors ... more

June 6, 2009

S/Double x Vans Syndicate AV SK8 Lo

Shawn Stussy's S/Double has teamed up with Vans Syndicate on this upcoming pair of the AV SK8 Lo. There is currently no release info but these should be available soon at Van Syndicate dealers worldwide. Here's an except of what Shawn Stussy wrote on this blog: "...I was approached by buddies ... more

June 5, 2009

Vans “Off The Wall” Logo Competition

Vans has brought together several of its famous artists to each lend their talents to create a special rendition of the classic Vans, "Off The Wall" logo. The list of participants is essentially the cream of the crop as far as skate and street related artists goes, as it includes ... more

June 4, 2009

Vans California 2009 Holiday Switchback

A nice departure from your usual assortment of classics from Vans comes the Switchback high-top as part of the Vans California collection. The vulcanized sneaker features a relatively robust upper with a 4-inch high-cut. Two versions include a waxed canvas or suede with two sets of laces. The pack is ... more

June 3, 2009

AlexanderLeeChang x Vans SK8-Hi

Japanese based brand, AlexanderLeeChang, has teamed up with Vans on this patent leather checkered pattern SK8-Hi. Pre-order is available at Zicue. About AlexanderLeeChang Alexander Lee Chang was born to a Chinese father and Japanese mother in SanFrancisco, California on October 12, 1975. At the age of 13, Alex became involved in the ... more

May 31, 2009

Vans Vault Lvevl 46 LX & Half Cab LX

Hitting Vans Vault dealers in recent weeks is this latest pack of iconic favorites. The Lvevl pack seen here takes on some colors similar to those previously seen on WTAPS x Vans collabos of the past as this replication comes devoid without the obvious branding but maintains a creamy white ... more

May 28, 2009

Beauty & Youth x Vans Era 80s Collection

Often collaborating on an extended amount of apparel/footwear items, premier Japanese retailer Beauty & Youth hook up with Vans for a special 80s pack of their timeless Era model. The shoes are seen in three different colorways utilizing classic materials in a vintage arrangement, which includes the classic sneaker boxes ... more