Colorado-based designer Nicole McLaughlin and Vans have come collectively for his or her second collaboration collectively, showcasing McLaughlin’s progressive and playful design observe.
Following the discharge of their “Gardening Tote” Slip-On in 2023, the 2 broaden their partnership with a set impressed by classic tenting backpacks that features footwear, socks, and a bag.
Nicole McLaughlin x Vans “Gardening Tote” Slip-On (2023) 🌱 pic.twitter.com/oOAp8xoBml
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Impressed by Nicole McLaughlin’s insatiable curiosity and love for exploration, this Vans x Nicole McLaughlin assortment is a tribute to journey. Recognized for reworking single-use supplies into creative, multi-functional designs, Nicole infuses the gathering together with her signature creativity. Mixing utility with daring, unconventional model, this collaboration redefines the stability between style and performance.
“It’s key to have parts of performance, blended with a way of conceptual artwork and magnificence,” says Nicole McLaughlin. “Creating items that may be multi-purpose, but additionally enjoyable has at all times been my aim. I used to be impressed by classic mountain climbing packs from the ‘70s and the aesthetic of outside gear from that period for the gathering.”
Utilizing these inspirations, Nicole and Vans created the Rucksack Slip-On, a utility-focused tackle the basic Vans Slip-On that contains a rucksack pocket on the toe and adjustable nylon webbing. This shoe is designed for each sturdiness and performance, with uppers created from 40% recycled canvas and handled with PFC-free DWR for waterproof safety. In the meantime, its lugged tread outsole ensures dependable traction throughout a number of surfaces. The footwear will probably be accessible in two colours: Tan and Gray.
The footwear are accompanied by a pair of “rucksocks,” that includes a army cargo pocket on every sock for added utility and aptitude, together with a rucksack bag that’s made with 40% recycled canvas.
The Vans x Nicole McLaughlin assortment will probably be accessible first on nicolemclaughlin.com, dropping on February twenty sixth. A wider launch by way of vans.com and choose retailers will happen on February twenty seventh. The Gray Slip-On will probably be accessible completely on-line at each companions’ web sites. Try the product pictures and marketing campaign pictures beneath.
Nicole McLaughlin x Vans RS Slip-On “Tan”
Colour: Tan
Type Code: VN000S99JM9
Launch Date: February 26, 2025 (Nicole McLaughlin)
Launch Date: February 27, 2025 (International)
Worth: $130 USD
Nicole McLaughlin x Vans RS Slip-On “Gray”
Colour: Gray/Black
Type Code: VN000S99N43
Launch Date: February 26, 2025 (Nicole McLaughlin)
Launch Date: February 27, 2025 (Vans web site)
Worth: $130 USD
Nicole Mclaughlin x Vans Rucksock
Colour: Oatmeal
Launch Date: February 26, 2025 (Nicole McLaughlin)
Launch Date: February 27, 2025 (International)
Worth: $25 USD
Nicole McLaughlin x Vans Rucksack
Colour: Oatmeal
Launch Date: February 26, 2025 (Nicole McLaughlin)
Launch Date: February 27, 2025 (International)
Worth: $120 USD
