August 20, 2009

Vans Vault 2009 Fall Chukka Mok

Scheduled for a September 2009 release are these new Chukka Mok's from the Vans Vault campaign. The kicks feature a more rugged silhouette than classic Chukka Boots with subtle Native American inspiration via the "Mok" toe details and natural slate/black colorways. Expect both next month at select Vans Vault retail ... more

August 12, 2009

Realtree x Bodega x Vans Chukka Boot Preview

In what will definitely be one of the more anticipated releases of the Fall, our friends over at Bodega give us a sneak-peek into their upcoming version of the timeless Vans Chukka Boot. Unmatched when it comes to quality collaborations, the Boston-based retailer/brand offer up an authentic great outdoors-inspired silhouette, ... more

August 10, 2009

Vans Vault “Shaffer’s Crossing” 46, Chukka Boot & Old Skool

Finding inspiration within the garments worn by American railroad workers during the "steam" era of locomotion, Vans presents their new Shaffer’s Crossing Collection for the Vault campaign, dubbed after the old train stop in Central Virginia during the glory days of the Norfolk & Western Railroad. This special package features ... more

August 9, 2009

Offspring x Vans “Off The Wall” Vinyl Toy

To celebrate the launch of the their "Off The Wall" pack, Offspring & Vans have teamed up to produce a limited run of Offspring toys. Sporting some of the original colors from the 1970’s – these collectibles will be given away in all Offspring stores with any Vans purchase (while ... more

August 7, 2009

Vans Vault 2010 Spring Authentic LX Preview

Here we present a preview of an upcoming release for the Vans Vault Spring 2010 campaign. The kicks, offered in both a violet and brown colorway, featuring premium leather construction with the durability and quality that has become synonymous with the Vault label. Both colorways are due out in February ... more

July 31, 2009

Vans Syndicate x Shawn Stussy Interview on Honeyee

Shawn Stussy recently spoke to Honeyee about everything from growing up, his influences and creative outlook and working with Vans Syndicate on the upcoming and much anticipated ‘S/DOUBLE’ project. With an amusing introduction from Vans which explains their relationship with Shawn, the piece offers a rare insight to one of ... more

July 30, 2009

Vans Vault 2009 Fall “Akita” SK8-HI LX

Drawing parallels with some recent releases, the Vans Vault collection drops a new collection of SK8-HI LXs under the "Akita" moniker. The shoes most notable characteristic lies in the texturized embossed patent croc leather. Three tonal joints include off-white, black and red as well as a black/white version. Available now ... more

July 27, 2009

Vans Era “Two-Tone” CA

Vans drops some new two-tone colors of their popular Era. The CA collection features a handful of different colors, the two-tone aspect is more apparent in some styles as some incorporate the contrasted use of materials to achieve a more understated two-tone effect. Available now at FLAUGE. more

July 27, 2009

Vans Chukka Low 2009 Fall Collection

In a lifestyle segment dominated by iconic favorites such as the Chukka Boot, SK8-HI, Authentic, Era and Slip-On, we've seen things change up as of late as Vans starts to ease in some more styles with different albeit similarly themed models with a classic aesthetic. The Chukka Low, a derivative ... more

July 27, 2009

Jason Jesse x Vans Syndicate “Notchback” SK8-HI

With Jason Jesse at the design helm for this fall/winter Vans Syndicate collection, the skater, gearhead and artist among other trades puts together this SK8-HI model. Featuring an all-leather upper, the usual markings brought on by the stripes are exchanged in favor of a deconstructed stitching method. The back heel ... more