Vans 2008 Summer Collection
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Vans is a well-established streetwear label based in California, founded by brothers Paul Van Doren and James Van Doren along with other partners in 1966. Vans has been a major influencer in sports, especially in skateboarding, surf and BMX. A plethora of collaborations range from high-end fashion houses such as COMME des GARÇONS, Kenzo and Raf Simons to streetwear brands like Gosha Rubchinskiy, Supreme and Thrasher Magazine.
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Here’s a look into the future with some of the models Vans has cooked up later this summer. A few pages from the latest Vans catalog pages features upcoming Half-Cabs, Eras, core skate models and the debut of some new lifestyle models.
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Practicing various forms of expression as a self-taught artist, Taka Hayashi has associated with Vans on previous occasions. He has recently been sought out for another collection of footwear and t-shirts with Vans. His designs can be seen on some of Vans’ signature skate models such as the No Skool 2 Mid, Owens Hi and Rowley “Shambles” Mid. Not slated to release until Fall of 2008.
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Based on popular 80s skater Christain Hosoi, his original SK8-Hi release was popular amongst many spawning a 2nd generation of releases. Keeping consistent with the previous release in terms of color and design, two new models have been added to the roster. These include an Era and a Slip-On. Check your local dealer for the goods, if you’re in the area Honolulu’s
Skater Dustin Dollin out of Australia and his sponsor Vans has just released Dustin’s 2nd generation signature, the No Skool II. The upper features the use of Vans’ checkerboard pattern in varying sizes in three different colors. The No Skool II is available in both a low and a mid. Check your local Vans dealer for availability.
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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 and Schwipe will be hosting the event “Death Becomes You” which is an exhibition of Neckface’s artwork. The show will take place on January 24th till February 16th and will be held at the Don’t Come gallery in Melbourne. If you’re in town, don’t miss out on checking out some of Neckface’s artwork.
Don’t Come Gallery
Royal Arcade 314
Little Collins St.
Melbourne, Australia
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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.
Back in December, Coarsetoys released a 1:3 Butchers Block Berlin Edition for the opening of the Vans store in Berlin. The figure was much sought after but was only available at the Vans store. Luckily, those looking for this figure might have another stab at getting it. This upcoming release dubbed “Flake” Pain Edition will site 25 inches tall and will come in a wooden box. We’re guessing that these will be quite limited as you can only get this figure at the Vans stores in London, Berlin, Paris, Barcelona and Utrecht. Collectors from the States will also be able to get one at Rotofugi and MunkyKing. “Flake” will retail for $320 USD and will be released near the end of January.
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Vans has teamed up with the artist SheOne and brand Addict for a very beautiful collaboration sneaker. Using the Vans SK8-Hi model as the canvas, SheOne has amazingly turned a normal skate shoe into a piece of artwork. The colorway choice for this shoe is great as well. Even though a eye catching red is used, this shoe remains very elegant and most importantly, wearable. Hopefully we’ll have more information soon but we’re definitely looking forward to this release.
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For artist Dennis McNett, as a child his beginnings with drawings would draw encouragement from his blind grandfather. Soon after as a teenager, 80s skate graphics would drive this artist and lead him to various projects including Cannonball Press and Anti-Hero Skateboards. He was recently enlisted by Vans to produce a special collection. The collection includes footwear such as the Rowley Shambles, No Skool 2 Mid, AV Skate Low and TNT3 Slip On alongside t-shirts for each respective model. Look for these to be available this spring.
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The Vault series from Vans has recently been unveiled. The broad collection for 2008 Spring/Summer finds it’s inspiration from nature, art and Van’s own roots of surf and skate. These themes are intermingled with simplistic designs and designer fabrics which compliment each other. A full preview can be seen here.
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