This winter, expect to see Vans crank out a lot of Chukka Boots, some even lined with fur to keep your feet warm. Before the make-ups with the fur insides hit the shelves, look out for this Vapor Blue Chukka that has finally made its way to stores in the U.S. You can cop the sneaker for a reasonable $60, and if you’re really feeling the color, check for the Era that’s done up the same way. Available now.
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Sometimes, it’s the simple design ideas that work out the best. Vans takes a can’t-go-wrong colorway (black/white) and puts it on a can’t-go-wrong silhouette. We could spend a hours talking about the design cues, but if you’re not up on Cabs by now, well we can’t do anything for you. Check for these at Vans Vault retailers around the country, right now.
$85,vault.vans.com
If there’s something Vans’ knows how to do well, it’s make collaborations with dope illustrators work well. This month, the skate brand teams up with Robert Crumb, king of “underground comix,” to bring the iconic characters Mr. Natural, Fritz The Cat, and Crumb’s “Modern America” to footwear. In all, Crumb lended his art to four sneakers—the R.Crumb Classic Slip-On ($52), Authentic One Piece LX ($90), Chukka Boot Lx ($95), and a Sk-8 Hi Deconstruct ($60). The shoes are now available at Vans retailers around the country.
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Sure some Old Skool colorways are better than others, but these ‘92 reissues that Ray Barbee wore may be the best ever. If you’re not into wearing white lows after August, you’re going to want to make an exception when these drop. Or of course, there’s always the option of putting them on ice until next summer. You decide. Check for them in stores in the next few weeks.
$80, www.vans.com
Tattoo artist/artist Scott Cambell presents Always Almost There in London. The exhibition features elaborately detailed, 3D images cut on stacks of dollar bills using a laser etching machine. [Slamxhype]
This Parajumper Kodiak Coat is a good choice for wheathering through the worst this winter has to offer. [Selectism]
The Supreme x VANS Half Cab & Old Skool Collection drops Thursday, October 8th. Suede and checkers in 3 different colorways each. [Freshness Mag]
Looking for the perfect centerpiece for Halloween 2009 decorations? Original Fake brings back the Skeleton Ornament in orange. [High Snobiety]
“Darkness” is the theme of Italian designer Giorgio Di Salvo’s very limited (only 100 copies), hand made book Blacknusss. Erik Brunetti of FUCT contributes to this issue. [The Love Awareness Program]
NAME: Marlon
OCCUPATION: Student
HOME BASE: Brooklyn
HAT: The Award Tour
SUNGLASSES: Ray-Ban
SHIRT: Nautica
PANTS: Emerica
SNEAKERS: Vans
What is your favorite fall trend? I’ve been happy to see more people switching to the boat shoe style, it makes the world look more comfortable.
Must have item for fall? Supreme varsity jacket.
What sneaker style are you rocking this season? Skate shoes. Some to skate in and some to rock.
Cold weather don’t? Don’t leave your house without layers, especially in NY!
Halloween costume this year? Ghostbusters!
Vote on whether this week’s subject is “Stylin” or “Wildin” below…
NAME: Sang
AGE: 29
OCCUPATION: Fashion Graphic Designer
HOME BASE: Korea
SUNGLASSES: Vintage
SHIRT: Vintage
JEANS: Neighborhood
SNEAKERS: Vans
What is your favorite fall trend? American garage style.
Must have item for fall? Leather jacket.
What sneaker style are you rocking this season? Vans as always.
Cold weather don’t? Skateboarding.
Halloween costume this year? Bruce Lee.
Vote on whether this week’s subject is “Stylin” or “Wildin” below…
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Sure we said it’s time to shelve the summer-colored sneakers, but the way the weather’s been in NYC the past couple days, we might’ve jumped the gun. These not too high, not too low, Mid Skool 77s are now available in Vans retailers around the country, and while the time for neutral colorways is fast approaching, these are the perfect go-out-with-a-bang sneakers. Cop ‘em now for $55.
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Too late in the season for boat shoes? Not if they’re in fall-friendly colors. These Chukka Del Barco’s are basically half deck shoe, half chukka boot, so you’ll be good whether you lay your hat in NYC, or Cali. The sneakers are available now at Vans’ Vault retailers around the country.
$110, www.vault.vans.com
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.
