Vans Vault 2011 Fall/Winter Derby Taka Hayashi LX

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From Vans’s highly limited Vault collection comes the new Derby Taka Hayashi LX. The Derby shoes feature a mix of both suede and leather on the silhouette, along with a unique triangle design running on the toe and heel of the shoes. Constructi...

Vans Vault Derby TH LX Grey

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A new colorway arrives in this season’s popular Derby TH LX from the Vans Vault collection. Sporting a grey suede upper, the crepe-soled shoes feature an intricate cut-out pattern with subtle hidden lace detailing on the tongue and contrast...

Vans Vault Derby TH LX

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Vans Vault sees the return of Taka Hayashi for another installment of the designer’s unique rendition in footwear. Previewed last month, the Derby TH LX is a departure from traditional skatewear and introduces a more mature aesthetic which...

Taka Hayashi x Vans Vault 2010 Spring Sk8-Hi TH LX

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Japanese designer Taka Hayashi has once again been enlisted by Vans to work on a model within their most premium line, the Vault series. The product of the collaboration is this innovative colorway of the Sk8-Hi LX, set for spring 2011. The boot...

Pendleton x Vans Vault Taka Hayashi Hi & Lo LX

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Previewed back in the middle of the year, the latest project between Vans Vault and Taka Hayashi has begun hitting select retailers. Consisting of a high top and slip-on, the set see the emergence of Pendleton, as the iconic American company lend...

Taka Hayashi x Vans Vault 2010 Holiday Akat LX

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Another solid release from Vans Vault makes its way to select doors as we take a look into the Taka Hayashi Akat for Holiday 2010. Offered in three colorways, the shoes come in either a suede or premium leather option, all featuring the same styl...

Jon Warren from Vans on Taka Hayashi Interview

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Having become such an integral part of Vans’ ongoing success thanks to his design work, Jon Warren has worked together with Taka Hayashi to bring to life the Japanese American’s creative visions. Shot recently at Bread & Butter Berlin...

Pendleton x Taka Hayashi x Vans Vault 2010 Fall Collection Preview

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Continuing on the strength of the Vans Vault and Taka Hayashi collection is an upcoming capsule involving Pendleton. Some familiar design details are carried over into all new silhouettes with Pendleton’s trademark fabrics. Available later...

Taka Hayashi: Pen & Paper

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Given a unique opportunity, we were able to catch up with Vans’ Taka Hayashi and speak of the many influences that have brought his masterful ideas to the forefront of this current sneaker landscape.

Taka Hayashi for Vans Vault 2010 Spring Collection

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Influenced by traditionally crafted Native American goods, vintage military surplus and craftsmanship from 1960’s Italian-made footwear, Taka Hayashi presents his latest designs for the Vans Vault campaign. Spring/Summer 2010 introduces us to two...

Taka Hayashi for Vans Vault 2010 Spring Preview

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As the flood gates begin to open for the Spring season, Vans Vault gives us the official scoop into what the continued Taka Hayashi range has in store for Spring 2010. Only a preview of what’s to come, the barrage of premium textiles and co...

Taka Hayashi x Triple Crown of Surfing 2009 x Vans Authentic SF

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As a title sponsor to the Triple Crown of Surfing, Vans release a commemorative Authentic SF. Done in the official colors of the event, the shoe features a black upper with a tonal wave-like pattern. Orange highlights are used sparingly with a bl...

Taka Hayashi x Vans Vault Velocita LX

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Known predominately for his artistic work, Taka Hayashi’s recent 2009 fall collection with Vans Vault has showcased another dimension to Hayashi with a series of notable releases over the last little while. HUF drops the latest style seen h...

Vans Vault “AKAT” by Taka Hayashi

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First seen via catalog images back in January, the Vans Vault “AKAT” sneaker by the self-taught artist, Taka Hayashi, is finally available. Two colorways are currently available (brown & bitter chocolate) with more along the way....

Taka Hayashi x Vans “Triple Crown of Surfing”

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One of Vans’ most active collaborators, Taka Hayashi’s work on an upcoming Authentic low for the Triple Crown of Surfing is previewed here. The sneaker features a fully black upper with tonal prints. A small bit of color makes its way...