Kenzo x Vans 2012 Fall Footwear

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Following a recent teaser, Kenzo and Vans present a full look at their collaborative collection for Fall 2012. The successor to the summer’s mesh-printed Eras, this latest collection sees the classic Authentic done up in stripe and floral motif...

Offthewall.tv: A Glimpse Inside the Horween Factory

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Legendary for its finishing techniques and process, Horween Leather Company is the latest video subject for Offthewall.tv. Speaking to company president Skip Horween and taking a glimpse inside of the manufacturer’s tannery in Chicago – w...

Vans California 2012 Fall Sk8-Hi Reissue

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Working with full-grain leather uppers reminiscent of team colors from 1970s basketball teams, a suede side stripe, and eyestay and sport mesh linings, the Vans California Fall 2012 SK8-Hi Reissue upholds the traditions of sneakers from the long hist...

Kenzo x Vans 2012 Fall Preview

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A preliminary preview indicates a vibrant and stylish union between Kenzo and Vans for Fall 2012. Mixing signature striping and floral patterns on classic mesh Vans silhouettes, the collection is certainly lively and bold. The Kenzo x Vans collaborat...

Vans California 2012 Fall/Winter Carrilo

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As the ongoing roll-outs from Vans California continue, the iconic brand today unveils a new Fall/Winter 2012 “Carrilo” iteration. Boasting a predominantly suede upper construction, the pair is offered in three total colorways and feature...

Vans Vault 2012 Fall Slip-On Nomad Rand LX

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Vans Vault presents a trio of colors for their recently reworked Nomad Rand LX. Presented in dress blue, dunes and gunmetal, the stylish slip-on features cotton oxford accents and a white, vulcanized sole – all of which creates a dynamic profil...

Vans California 2012 Fall/Winter Leather Mesa Moc

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No stranger to the moc toe silhouette, Vans has been a player within the moccasin field with its 106 Moc and Chukka Moc for some time now. The latest iteration has been the arrival of the recent Mesa Moc which we first saw in a mostly suede upper a f...

Vans California 2012 Fall Era 59 “H&L” Dove Grey

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In its latest fall release, Vans presents the H&L Era 59 in an understated “Dove Grey” colorway. Constructed with a canvas upper, leather detailing and a vulcanized sole, this pack is highlighted by a subtle tartan liner that will shi...

Vans California 2012 Fall/Winter 106 Vulcanized

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Fall/Winter 2012 will see Vans California rolling out the 106 Vulcanized in a trio of new colors. Boasting suede construction, rugged soles and waxed laces, choices of charcoal grey, dress blue and tawny port are available with contrasting tongue and...

Vans Classics 2012 Fall Zapato Del Barco “H&L” Pack

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Perfectly suited for your summertime steez, Vans Classics rolls out a few new mock-ups to its Zapato Del Barco for Fall 2012. Touted as the “H&L” Pack, the Classics boat shoe-inspired pair is mocked up in two unique colorways of a red...

A Conversation with Rian Pozzebon

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Hypebeast recently had a chance to chat with Rian Pozzebon, the Senior Footwear Design Manager at Vans to learn about the roots of his design process, as well as the inspiration behind the premium Vans Syndicate line (an effort overseen with fellow V...

Vans California 2012 Fall Era 59 ‘Nubuck & Wool’ Pack

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Newly redesigned for the fall, Vans presents a nubuck and wool interpretation of the Era 59. Leather and twill wool weave play nicely on the refined classic, featuring knurled toe bumpers, waxed laces, suede lining and gunmetal finish eyelets. Availa...

DualForces x Vans OTW Capsule Collection

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Having previewed this collaborative effort a few weeks back, today we present additional images to the DualForces x Vans OTW capsule collection. With a deeply rooted history in skateboarding, the creative group behind DualForces blends its militarist...

TheDiggest x Vans NYC Trip Video

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Vans and lifestyle collective TheDiggest recently put BMX riders Alex Valentino, Kevin Kalkoff and Matthias Dandois in a plane on their way to New York City. The trio was given the opportunity to carouse the city with Ralphy Ramos who courteously rev...

Alex Kopps x Vans Surf Sider Growlar

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California lifestyle staple Vans recently collaborated with San Francisco-based creative Alex Kopps for the Surf Sider collection. Bringing a truly clean design aesthetic to this team effort, an effortless white low top silhouette is contained in thi...