Before the inception of a legitimate Half-Cab from Vans, there existed the Vans Caballero. However for many, the full high-top vulcanized skate shoe left many unsatisfied with the restrictive cut... off the tops came in a DIY hackjob. This eventually prompted Vans to create the lower-cut version, Half-Cab which has become a popular seller from Vans. However, this fall will see the return of the high-top Caballero starting August 1st. Suggested price is listed at $80 USD. Source: Complex

With the use of polka dots manifesting itself in numerous applications over the last few seasons, Vans Vault have taken it upon themselves to utilize the pattern on their latest pack of shoes titled Melissa. The black uppers of the SK8-HI and Slip-On are both done up in white polka dots. Although not pictured here, the collection also boasts the Prison Issue #23 and the Era. Look for these at select Vans Vault dealers.

Always thinking ahead since the beginning of the Vault campaign, Vans is constantly striving for a great quality product remaining quite consistent even throughout their odd combinations of material's and colorway's. Included in the Grey Stone pack will be a Sk8-LX, Era LX, and Slip-on LX, all employing a blue cotton like upper to these multifaceted models. Expect the pack to hit Vans Vault dealers in late May.

Here's a follow-up to yesterday's Vans Vault 2008 Fall/Winter collection. Two artist collaborations are on deck including punk musician/painter Niagra and hot rod equipment manufacturer Moon Eyes. While the Moon Eyes designs are more understated in their design, the Niagara releases are a full reflection of the artist's talents. Stay tuned for more details on release dates. Source: Fresh Azimiz

Straight from the Vans Vault is an all new Jungle embroidery series of Chukka 49s and Authentic LXs. Thick floral embroidery dominate the upper of both the Chukka and Authentic as well as the use of mis-matched laces. Unseen here are also other models including another colorway of the Chukka, Authentic and Slip-Ons. Available now at select Vans Vault dealers. Source: Flauge

The Chukka has become the staple point shoe for Vans as the shoe continues to grow in popularity over the years. This time Vans Vault has released the "Zig Zag Chukka Boot," featuring a knitted zig zag side pattern. The shoe comes in two color ways; Black/White/Grey and Brown/Blue/White, and is currently available at Flauge for 10,500 yen.

Vans has recently released two new sneakers from their Vans Vault line which include the Vans Slip-On LX and the Vans Sk8-Hi LX. Don't quote us on this but it seems as though both shoes were inspired by Paul Smith's signature stripe pattern. The shoes are now available at Vans Vault retailers such as Flauge.

The Vans Vault line is a sub line of Vans that allows designers and artist to experiment and play around with new designs. Here is the latest from the Vault collection which is a Mountain Edition Hi LX. This Mt. Edition features a checkered pattered, suede material and a toe box strap. This shoe comes in two colorways and is available now at Essense.