Although a group shot revealed exactly what was in store come the initial shipment of WTAPS x Vans Syndicate releases starting this month, detail shots were sparse. Here’s a look into the upcoming Bash, set to release this June. WTAPS had complete control and direction for this latest Syndicate collection as the Bash fuses late 80s/early 90s hip hop culture with high end and street fashion. The colorways were chosen to represent the era with highlights including a revamped checkerboard pattern. Look for this to hit Tokyo’s Blackflag in Aoyama this weekend.
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For this latest installment of the WTAPS x Vans Syndicate series, the Japanese brand has created three distinct styles each reflective of various cultures and time periods. The Rudeez was inspired by vintage dress shoes, the Greaserz looks at 70s blue collar culture and the Bash is inspired by hip-hop culture as well as Spike Lee movies. For releases, it will begin in June with the Bash and end in August with the Rudeez.
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Last month, a collection of Vans’ upcoming Syndicate collaboration (post was subsequently removed) with WTAPS was revealed. Seen here is the third installment within this ongoing collection, the Rudeez was definitely worth the wait. The encapsulated rubber toecap features a wing-tip pattern with brogue details throughout. Although not the first instance of wing-tip meets sneaker, the extended rubber toecap in this form seems to be a first. Look for a 2008 fall release.
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With the warmer months on the horizon, Vans Syndicate’s upcoming 007 Series release is set to release two upcoming packs in the very near future. The two themes for this collection include the Pendelton pack and the Grime pack. Based on their popular flannel, the Pendelton pack includes a three pack of Old Skools, Half Cabs and SK8 Hi’s. The Grime pack includes Slip Ons and Half Cabs. Look for these at your local Syndicate account holder.
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Artist Grime boasts an impressive array of skills and talents as a tattoo artist, painter and writer. With the chilling account of his personal life from 1999-2000 seen in his book Grime: Two Year Autopsy, his visions and creativity have found a new home with his designs seen on an upcoming collection of Vans Syndicate. The Half Cabs and Slip-On each possess highly detailed prints depicting Grime’s raw and real nature. No word yet on availability.
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The latest Vans Syndicate x W)Taps No Guts No Glory SK8 Hi’s has dropped. A black suede toebox is highlighted by detailed printed canvas panels which comes in three different colors including white, orange and green. This marks yet another collaborative effort between Vans and W)Taps which has been a popular release in the past. Available now at Supply in Australia.
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Artist and tattooist Mr. Cartoon has returned once again to leave his mark on the Vans Syndicate Series. His original work included the design of a Vans Authentic during the 001 Syndicate Series. His return on this series results in the creation of a SK8 Hi in three colorways, Black Indigo, Khaki and Green. The 006 theme relies on a theme of Latino influence on the Southern California skate scene. These SK8 His include the use of a heavy duty corduroy material with Mr. Cartoon embroidered artwork on the sides. A white dust bag with art work is also included. Available now at 8FIVE2 Shop.
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