Horween Leather: Behind the Process | Video
When Isadore Horween emigrated from the Ukraine and opened up a tannery along the Chicago River in 1905, he had plenty of competition. Today, almost 110 years later, Arnold “Skip” Horween III, the great-grandson of the founder, runs the only shop left. The supplier to the NFL, … READ MORE
Taka Hayashi x VANS Vault – “Palm Checker” Pack
In place of the usual lateral checkerboard panels, Japanese-American designer Taka Hayashi installed repetitive pattern of palm leaf silhouettes instead for his latest designs for VANS. Part of VANS Vault‘s Spring 2013 Collection, the curious alteration on the TH Cornice LX and TH Revere Hi LX reflects … READ MORE
The VANS DQM General – VANS Vault 10th Anniversary Exhibition
This year marks the 10-year anniversary of Vans Vault, the upper tier imprint of the iconic Southern California brand that reinterprets classic footwear designs with premium materials and a refined aesthetic. Vans Vault has carved a unique identity for itself, helped by Vans‘ extensive archive that dates … READ MORE
The VANS DQM General “VANS For Winter” Editorial
It’s hard to believe now, but there was a time when the “Vans” name was practically synonymous with the brand’s checkerboard slip-ons. How times have changed. The past few seasons, Vans has increasingly encroached into the realm of seasonal quality footwear, offering up brand new silhouettes in … READ MORE
KIN x ellesse The Fava with Horween Leather | FAB FIVE Project
Following a fury of releases over the weekend, ellesse Heritage wraps up its FAB FIVE Project for 2012 with KIN’s design. Started by Gary Wang, a pioneering hip-hop DJ in Shanghai’s entertainment circle, KIN is more than just a boutique–it’s an extension of Wang’s creativity. The same … READ MORE
VANS Vault Sk8 Mid HW LX – Brushed Camo Horween Leather
Joining the 106 Moc HW LX we brought you last week, VANS Vault is also now ready to introduce a lux Camo Horween version of the Sk8 Mid LX for your buying pleasure. Just like the low top, this special edition Sk8 Mid features a unique brushed … READ MORE
VANS Vault 106 Moc HW LX – Brushed Camo Horween Leather
The latest must-have shoe from Vans Vault is this 106 Moc LX, featuring an upper crafted from premium Horween leather dressed with a unique camouflage pattern. Details on the low-profile shoe include a stitched moc toe, tonal leather laces and smooth brown suede at the collar and … READ MORE
Taka Hayashi x VANS Vault Derby Trek LX Horween
The venerable VANS Vault teams up with Japanese designer Taka Hayashi to create these new Derby Trek LX shoes, constructed with a silky Horween leather upper. Both the brown and black models sit atop a contrasting-colored outsole whose color is integrated within the threaded laces and metal … READ MORE
Libero Ferrero – Balfour Carryall Tote
Libero Ferrero, the New York-based luxury accessories brand, introduces the Balfour tote as part of its Summer 2012 collection. Handcrafted in the U.S.A. and carrying a classic teardrop silhouette, the carryall is dressed in signature Libero Ferrero leather, developed in partnership with the legendary Horween tannery. Features … READ MORE
Nixon x Horween – Leather Wallets + Cases
In the pursuit of unparalleled quality, Nixon recently sourced from Chicago’s leather tannery Horween. Tanned and oiled by hand, each adds personality to the already distinct leather products while the minimalist design brings focus back to the material. The design wears in nicely over time as well. … READ MORE
