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SNEAKERBOX 'REDLINE' LAUNCH RECAP
Ahead of an exciting launch of our Fall '22 'REDLINE' Capsule Collection, paired with an exclusive Friends-and-Family exclusive Vans Vault Old Skool VLT LX, the SNEAKERBOX team joined our closest friends & clients to celebrate.
Inspired by motorsport, the 'REDLINE' Collection draws from vintage F1 racing, and fuses it to SNEAKERBOX's unique elevated streetwear aesthetic. Carefully curated, the grouping features a set of Tees, Crewnecks, Hoodies, Caps, Socks, Trackpant and a standout Bomber Jacket. Each piece is features premium construction and materials. The same racing-inspiration can be seen carried over onto our exclusive (limited to only 50 pairs) friends-and-family SNEAKERBOX x Vans Vault Old Skool VLT LX - which features a velcro checkerboard racing line, which can be removed to reveal a gradient 'REDLINE' Formstripe.
Tying together our love for the automotive space and premium fashion, our event was a night to remember with sneakers & clothing, beverages & food, cars and music! See recap photos below.
Sponsors: A special thanks to our amazing sponsors: Vans Canada, McLaren Vancouver & Pfaff Reserve, YICE Water, NUDE Vodka, Wize Iced Tea, and GET LITT Events!
Release Info: The SNEAKERBOX 'REDLINE' Collection is now available In-Store at all-shops and Online.
Each item in the collection purchased ONLINE will be entered for a chance to win a FREE pair of our F&F Vans Vault Old Skool 'REDLINE'.
Sizing: Men's Sizing S - XL
Price: $20 - $250 CAD
VANS VAULT x BEDWIN & THE HEARTBREAKERS: 'BANDANA PACK'
Founded in 2004 by Masafumi 'Bebeton' Watanabe, BEDWIN & THE HEARTHBREAKERS represents a staple in Japanese fashion with a global design influence. Teaming up with Vans' Vault division this Summer, Bedwin and Watanabe unveil a 4-piece footwear collection, driven by the Cali-based megabrand's historic footwear silhouettes melded with 1920's and 30's Americana styling.
Both the OG Authentic and OG Old Skool as part of this offering are seen here tooled with Vault by Vans' LX sole. Each sneaker in the pack also take on a thematic 'Bandana' motif. The Old Skool, as well as the Authentic get remixed with USA-made bandanas, cut-and-sewn in a patchwork-like design, ensuring each pair is uniquely different. Blending different cut pieces of the bandana to each panel, these Bedwin Vans see a blend of different colors including blues, green, yellow, red, pink and purple. Each sneaker is finished off with a bold contrasting midsole foxing and iconic 'OFF THE WALL' red heel tab, with bright red or yellow Waffle outsoles, complete with co-branding on the tongue tags.
Release Info: The Vault by Vans x BEDWIN Summer 2021 Collection is now available In-Store and Online.
Sizing: Men's Sizing 4.5 - 12 US / Women's Sizing 6 - 13.5 US
Price: $140 - 160 CAD
VAULT BY VANS x WACKO MARIA PART 2: OG CLASSIC SLIP ON LX
Heading overseas once again, Vault by Vans joins with Tokyo-based Wacko Maria to unveil this Part 2 of their Spring collaborative Collection. Inspired by the vinyl record collection at the labels 'Paradise Tokyo' Wacko Maria Flagship store, the OG Classic Slip-On LX gets a music-themed print.
Available in a 'Classic White', and 'Purple' - each Slip-On is crafted of a full canvas upper, lined with a black trim, with matching colored heel-wrapping side panels and a toe-box and heel featuring a vinyl record pattern that incorporates Vans' iconic checkerboard print. A white midsole is contrasted by a black piping, while a white contrast stitching is seen throughout the canvas upper. A customized shoebox included with this Vault by Vans Collection is a display of Wacko Maria's love for pop art and music.
Release Info: The Wacko Maria x Vault by Vans Classic Slip On LX is now available In-Store and Online.
Sizing: Men's Sizing 8 - 12 US
Price: $95 CAD
VAULT BY VANS x WACKO MARIA OG AUTHENTIC LX
Heading overseas once again, Vault by Vans taps Tokyo-based Wacko Maria for an Authentic-focused collaborative Collection. Inspired by the vinyl record collection at the labels 'Paradise Tokyo' Wacko Maria Flagship store, the OG Authentic LX gets a music-themed print.
Available in a 'Classic White', 'Lilac Sachet' pink, and 'Iced Aqua' blue - each sneaker is crafted of a full canvas upper, composed of a black toe-box and tongue, with colored heel-wrapping panels which feature a vinyl record pattern that incorporates Vans' iconic checkerboard print. A white midsole is contrasted by a black piping, while a white contrast double-stitching is seen on the black canvas upper. A customized shoebox included with this Vault by Vans Collection is a display of Wacko Maria's love for pop art and music.
Release Info: The Wacko Maria x Vault by Vans OG Authentic LX is now available In-Store and Online.
Sizing: Men's Sizing 8 - 12 US
Price: $100 CAD
VAULT BY VANS 'ZODIAC' COLLECTION
The latest to debut in the Vault by Vans Spring 2021 offering is a cosmos-inspired OG Authentic LX dubbed the “Zodiac Pack”. The overall design inspiration is drawn from the stars and the Astrological signs they represent.
The pair sees a classic upper constructed of a heavy canvas in all black with white contrast stitching from the forefoot to the heel. The midsole, outsole and laces are dressed in an all white clean appearance and classic Vans logo tab appears on the heel in red. With some design inspiration from Stockholm-based designer, Johannes Wieser the graphic embroidery comes into play in a mix of bold multicolors outlined in white spelling out various Zodiac signs atop the silhouette.
Release Info: The Vault by Vans OG Authentic LX Zodiac is now available In-Store and Online.
Sizing: Men's Sizing 4.5 - 12 US / Women's Sizing 6 - 13.5 US
Price: $110 CAD
VANS x RHUDE - DIAMO NI / ACER NI 'BANDANA'
Inducted for his third collaboration with Vans, Rhuigi Villaseñor of L.A-based fashion imprint - R H U D E joins Vans once more for a new set of sneakers with a familiar theme. Adopting a custom 'Bandana' print, one of Rhuigi's favourites, Vans and RHUDE unveil new iterations of 2 rare silhouettes, the Acer Ni and Diamo Ni.
The Acer Ni, as vibrant as many of RHUDES designs, features a multi-colored patchwork-like suede panelling, composed of pink, green, orange, and purple. The eye-catching Acer Ni, also sees an all-over paisley print embroidered into the suede upper.
The wearable and monochrome Diamo Ni contrasts the ultra-bright Acer model with an upper constructed of a complete off-white canvas. The Diamo, which features color in the form of hits of yellow only on the heel-tab and midsole stamp, was created for customization. Rhuigi intends for the the blank canvas of the Diamo Ni to be dyed by its wearer, creating a personalized piece of art, which will be highlighted by the white paisley embroidery, which will not adopt any color from dye. Finally, both sneakers are finished off with an included set of yellow and 'RHUDE' monogrammed white laces.
Release Details: The Vans x RHUDE 'Bandana' Collection Raffle has now concluded.
Rules: One entry per person online + one additional entry per person in store. Duplicate entries will be disqualified. Open to everyone everywhere.
Sizing: Men's Sizing 4.5 - 12 US / Women's Sizing 6 - 13.5 US
Price: $140 - $150 CAD
VANS VAULT x RAISED BY WOLVES: BY JIM GOLDBERG
Vans Vault teams with legendary photographer Jim Goldberg this season, using elements from his 1995 photo book, Raised by Wolves throughout a curated capsule. Mirroring some of the book's key themes, pieces are covered in a static design – inspired by the flickering TVs of motels – and also feature hand scrawled messages around the foxing tape. The 5-piece footwear collection encapsulates the full range of iconic Vans silhouettes with an additional curated set of matching apparel pieces.
Release Info: The footwear & apparel collection is available in-store now at Sneakerbox Metrotown, Sneakerbox Richmond and online.
Price: $100 - $250 CAD
