Not to get all Debbie Downer on you, but the time to be rocking summer sneakers is about to be a wrap. Colder weather calls for tougher sneakers, like this wool Sk8-Hi off of Vans’ Vault line. The upper is a bit more fall-friendly than usual and will be a good go-to, now that your boat shoes are about to be retired. The sneakers hit Vault retailers around the U.S today for $80.
The Sk8-His will never die, and for summer Vans is mixing it up and dropping a batch for you to scheme in. The latest colorway is this black/white/blue make-up from the Vault line, which means the materials are a tad bit better than the Sk8-His people are buying at the mall. Go for the upgrade, and check in with VV retailers around the country right now.
$85, www.vault.vans.com
Vans believes in being eco-friendly, like really believes in it. Besides doing away with toxic solvents for its upcoming Fall line, the brand will release a Vault Eco Pack this spring based heavily on environment-friendly materials.
This Sk8-Hi was put together using Maharam Messenger fabric, a material that is made form 78 percent post-industrial recycled polyester, 15 percent polyester and 7 percent nylon. The sneaker was also finished off without the use of heavy metals in the dying process. If the facts are a little Al Gore-ish for you, just cop off the fact that they look awesome. Look for these at Vans Vault retailers right now.
$110, www.vault.vans.com
