From extreme to basic we are seeing the Year of the Snake theme taken to different levels. This Old Skool pack from Vans falls in the latter group. Five colorways of the model are given the “snake” treatment with the snakeskin additions showing up on the stripe and heel of the shoe in a tonal [...]
Shoes and camo are a pairing that work like PB&J. This time the classic Half Cab is getting the camo treatment in a simple but stylish build. The classic camouflage print is used on a majority of the upper offset with black suede around the toebox. Black on the eyelets, liner, laces and tongue balance [...]
All that glitters is silver and gold… especially when it comes to the Vans Authentic “Glitter Pack”. Glitter is one of those apparel additions that isn’t for everybody, but it works well with the well loved Vans Authentic. The gold and silver colorways feature a full glitter upper and sit on top of a white vulcanized [...]
Starting off 2013, we spot the latest drop of the low top version of the Vans Chukka Low. The kicks comes fitted in perforated leather and suede in a navy base that rests on a gum sole. The kicks are making the rounds at Vans dealers that include CNCPTS.
We see the Vans Era drop a colorway that would make Grand-Ma-Ma happy (aka Larry Johnson’s alter ego). Bluebird and Liberty make up the new colorful Vans Era seen here. The vibrant colors make up the canvas upper, which contrasts well against the white laces and vulcanized sole. Head to Eastbay to pick up the Vans [...]
Remember in grade school when you had paint on a toothbrush and splattered it all over a canvas? Well it looked like someone at Vans did as we see this special pack of three Era’s releasing. This special pack features multi-colored uppers hit with overspray of pain. Choose from either bases made up in black, [...]
Vans Old Skool is dropping a new two tone colorway. The famed model dons a blue canvas and suede upper, that sits on top of a white vulcanized sole. White stitching pops nicely against the blue, and accents the sole. Sunflower yellow on the branding adds the finishing touch. Keep an eye out for the Vans [...]
The latest suede and leather pack from Vans takes a much easier approach then former builds. The builds are made from tonal uppers in either navy or burgundy paneling of the two materials. Deep brown leather accents around the liner as well as used on the laces. Other details include gold eyelets and plaid lining. [...]
The Vans- Leopard Pack Spring 2013 is ready to roll. We have seen animal prints on countless models this year, the trend is forecasted to continue into 2013. In the pack the Vans Era, Authentic, and Old Skool models feature leopard rosettes prints on the upper. Black accents have been added the Old Skool and Vans Era silhouettes, [...]
The fifth Iron Maiden x Vans collaboration celebrates thirty years since the seminal British heavy metal band issued their third album. The Iron Maiden x Vans ‘The Number of the Beast’ pack doesn’t need 666 different designs to get its point across, as the legendary Vans SK8-Hi and Slip-On once again fall under Eddie’s sinister [...]
Interview with RDQLUS, creator of Connoshoer
At this year’s MAGIC trade show in Las Vegas I had the privilege to finally meet and talk to Steve Gordon also known as “RDQLUS”. I have followed RDQLUS’ work with the famed OSD cast and his own top of the line brand. I was delighted to hear that one of his biggest projects [...]
Interview: Reebok Designer Jeremy Sallee
This last week, we spent some time in Las Vegas for the MAGIC/Project Trade Show. One of the highlights was the media event held by Reebok Classics that brought out some of the creative influencers that are helping bring the brand back to its previous glory from the Nineties, which include Swizz Beatz, Dominique Wilkins, [...]
Behind the Kicks: Ms. Solemate
This week I had the pleasure to chat it up with Ms. Solemate. Hailing from the fresh windy city of the Chi, Ms. Solemate has been in the sneaker community for quite some time. A very genuine and articulate female that lives and breathes this culture. She has an extensive collection of fresh kicks and [...]
Watch as Chaz Ortiz, Dave Willis and Brandon Westgate visit the world famous Yankee Stadium in epic fashion.
Following from the unveil of his single “New Slaves” and a performance on season ending Saturday Night Live, along with the sighting of all red Yeezy 2′s, Kanye West now shares the official artwork for his forthcoming album entitled Yeezus. Look for more information on this as it approaches it’s release on June 18.
Action Bronson talks about his love affair with New Balance
From Sneaker Freaker, “A few months back we spent a day with Action Bronson while he was down here in Melbourne. We were hunting through the offcuts and noticed we didn’t include the dude talk about his favourite sneakers of all time. Bronsolini fans are well aware of his love for New Balances sneakers, and [...]
