Today, Vault by Vans and Shane Gonzales come together with their first footwear collaboration, “Star Spangled Glamour.” The collection boasts three Vault by Vans silhouettes, the Old Skool VLT LX, Authentic Zip VLT LX, and Sk8-Hi Reissue Strap VLT LX, with Gonzales’ rock ‘n roll spin.
The collection represents All-American motifs that have stood the test of time, playing off styles like cowboy boots, denim jeans and leather jackets. Using chrome, leather, and denim, the collection pays homage to the classic fashion that defined Sunset Boulevard, the iconic street in Hollywood, California.
Black leather Old Skool VLT LX sneakers feature traditional Western cowboy embroidery creating a contrasting and multi-dimensional aesthetic that is both modern and nostalgic. The Authentic Zip VLT LX is reimagined in classic blue denim with hidden laces and chrome detailing, while the Sk8-Hi Reissue Strap VLT LX in black leather has several riders jacket details such as collars, epaulets, and buckles.
“Collaborating with Vans is such a full circle moment for me. My friends and I grew up skating in Vans every day to and from school. Drawing on them and thrashing them until they weren’t wearable anymore. When I got the opportunity to create my own collection, I wanted to re-imagine the 3 Vans silhouettes that bring me back to my childhood and incorporate timeless all-American motifs into the design that I know will wear beautifully over time,” says Shane Gonzales.
With prices ranging from $130-$185, Vault by Vans x Shane Gonzales will be available beginning April 7 at Midnightstudios.live, and select Vault by Vans retail partners.
About Shane Gonzales
Shane Gonzales is a multi-hyphenate creative recognized as a cultural leader by Forbes 30 Under 30 and Hypebeast 100.
Born and raised in Southern California, Shane was quickly immersed in the skateboarding and music scene in Los Angeles. At 19 years old, Shane combined his admiration for design and punk rock culture to found his first official artistic endeavor, Midnight Studios. Since 2014, the brand has been rooted in music, taking an avant-garde, non-traditional approach to the parallel between music and youth street style culture which Gonzales has deemed as the “anti-aesthetic”.
Shane has propelled Midnight Studios into various audiences with collaborators such Off-White, Converse, A$AP Rocky’s “AWGE” label, The Rolling Stones, Kendrick Lamar, Courtney Love, Ozzy Osbourne, Motorhead, and The Batman. Since relaunching his brand in 2022, he has seen success being worn by celebrities such as Madonna, Rihanna, A$AP Rocky, Cindy Crawford, Pete Davidson, Lenny Kravitz, Jordan Peele and more.
About Vans
Vans®, a VF Corporation (NYSE: VFC) brand, is the original action sports footwear, apparel and accessories brand. Vans® authentic collections are sold in more than 100 countries through a network of subsidiaries, distributors and international offices. Vans® has more than 2,000 retail locations globally including owned, concession and partnership doors. The Vans® brand supports the journey of creative exploration and self-discovery across action sports, music, art and design, delivering progressive platforms such as Vans Triple Crown of Surfing®, Vans Custom Culture, and Vans’ cultural hub and international music venue, House of Vans.
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