Before the influx of customization programs, skaters had to improvised on their own. This meant peel-apart, cutting-up, and tape-down, all to get the desirable fit. So in the tradition of skaters and the 20th anniversary of the VANS Half Cab skate shoes, VANS will drop an exclusive Half Cab each month of this year. To get things started, VANS went back to the origin of it all with skater Steve Caballero. Along with retailer Supreme, a set of 20 exclusive VANS Half Cab High will be hand-cut and duct-taped Caballero himself, just like how it was 20 years ago. Each individually numbered and signed by Caballero as well, the Supreme x VANS Half Cab – 20th Anniversary Edition will be available at Supreme locations exclusively.

If there ever was a quintessential streetwear brand, then Supreme is it. Despite founder James Jebbia’s longstanding rejection of that category, the label has been a model within the industry, maintaining the uber-cool aesthetic that emanated from their roots on Lafayette during their nearly two-decades of global prominence. Yet despite their obvious importance and influence within the culture, the behind the scenes info has been kept to a minimum thanks to Jebbia’s weariness to dilute the mystique that has always been part of the Supreme appeal. The latest in the small list of folks who have managed a sit down interview with the man is Alex Hawgood, who breaks open a bit more of the background in his piece Inside Supreme: Anatomy of a Global Streetwear Cult. The two part story gets at the mind behind the brand, and is a must-read for anybody who has ever ogled a piece of box logo laden apparel. Follow us after the jump for some images from the Supreme lineage and check out Part 1 and Part 2 over at The Business of Fashion.

As if to cap off the year, Supreme released what could be its last product for 2011 this morning, the Moleskin Camp Cap. In classic 5-panel design, the cotton moleskin fabric is certainly a better deterrent against the bitter winter cold. Comes in dark red, black, and green, all three are now available at Supreme locations in New York, Los Angeles, London, and its retail outlets in Japan. The caps are also available online at Supreme’s web store.

A rare occurrence happened this morning. Instead of a galore of merchandise updates through its online store, the New York-base label Supreme only had one, its Waffle Knit Camp Cap. Made cotton twill in that distinctive grid-like pattern, this knit camp cap addresses your need this weekend as you head to the great outdoor for that last outing of the year. And while it is the only new product available this week from Supreme. There are plenty of selection for your last minute holiday shopping online and Supreme’s retail locations worldwide.

We all heard of TGIF. But fans of New York retailer Supreme go by TGIT instead for another round of unique releases like the new Supreme x Timberland Euro Hiker Pack. Donned in burnish Horween leather, the dual branded winter must haves come in black, tan, burgundy, and an eye-catching navy. Featuring unique tongue tab, leather applique, and sockliner with Supreme’s marking. All four designs are now available through Supreme retail locations in London, New York, Los Angeles, and its online store. The boots will also be available at Surpeme’s Japanese locations this coming Saturday.

To help prepare for a cold winter, Supreme and Timberland team up to present an updated build of the popular Euro Hiker Boot in four colorways. Exclusive to Supreme stores in New York, L.A. and London and online on December 8th and in Japan on December 10th, the boot features padded suede collars and tongues fitted within classic, but high quality Horween leather. Adding a bit of pop to an otherwise hardworking boot, each pair includes two sets of laces in contrasting colors and the Timberland and Supreme logos stamped in white on the warm red insole.

A detailed look at the boots – available in purple, dark brown, golden brown and black – is just after the jump.

Release Dates:
December 8th, 2011 (Thursday) – NYC, LA, London, & Online
December 10th, 2011 (Saturday) – Japan

If a picture can speaks a thousand words, then this would it. Introducing the return of the perennial favorite, the Supreme Box Logo Pull-Over Hoodies, now offered in seven different colorways. Each made of heavyweight crossgrain cotton fleece with kangaroo pouch pocket, rib gussets, and that highly sought after Supreme box logo embroidery. With tendency to sell out quickly on its online store (several color already sold out since the item launched around 11 am), your best bet might be a visit to the Supreme retail locations near you.

Attract the kindred spirit of the mythical snow leopard with these – Supreme x The North Face Rolling Thunder Bag. Part of Supreme’s exclusive release this Black Friday, the Rolling Thunder Bag features the same unique leopard skin pattern on its weather proof shell as with The North Face Nuptse Down Jackets. Made around a go-cart aluminum frame and quipped with in-line skate wheels, a spacious main compartment, and a few smaller ones, The North Face Rolling Thunder Bag is the perfect alternative to your luggage case when you fly home this holiday season. One big plus, you will never have to worry about losing your bag at the airport with its ostentatious appearance.

The Supreme x The North Face Rolling Thunder Bag is set for release this Black Friday, November 25th, at Supreme flagship locations in London, New York, Los Angeles, as well as its online store. The jacket will also be available the following day at Supreme’s retail locations in Japan.

Release Dates:
November 25th, 2011 (Black Friday) – NYC, LA, London, & Online
November 26th, 2011 (Saturday) – Japan

Planned out your Black Friday shopping itinerary already? You might have to scrap that to add this on the list. Almost like an annual ritual, Supreme partnered with outdoor gear specialist The North Face for another notable collaborative project. In the forms of The North Face Nuptse Down Jackets, Supreme added its unique touch of leopard skin imprint in flamboyant grey, green, and yellow. Constructed with mini-ripstop nylon and  filled to the brim with 700 goose down fill, the jacket is warm enough for you to conquer the Himalayas in style.

The Supreme x The North Face Nuptse Down Jacket is set for release this Black Friday, November 25th, at Supreme flagship locations in London, New York, Los Angeles, as well as its online store. The jacket will also be available the following day at Supreme’s retail locations in Japan.

Release Dates:
November 25th, 2011 (Black Friday) – NYC, LA, London, & Online
November 26th, 2011 (Saturday) – Japan

The folks at Supreme launched a more few items from its Fall/Winter 2011 Collection this morning. Already well known for their impeccable timing, the items just released include the signature Hood Logo Thermal Zip Up Hoodies. Six color variations to select, all imprinted with the Supreme logo in white lettering on the hood top, the zip-ups are lined with a layer of waffle thermal for warmth. A perfect outerwear piece to have on a dreary and cold day, such as today. The Supreme Hood Logo Thermal Zip Up Hoodies are now available online, as well as Supreme storefronts in London, Los Angeles, and New York.

By now it should be a routine. As with every Thursday mornings in the past, Supreme unveils another special product for fans to salivate over. Introducing the Supreme x Nike SB 94 for 2011, its take on classic basketball sneakers with a blend of Nike SB skateboarding functionality. In comparison to last year’s model, the alterations to its silhouette is minute if not noticeable. Changes, however, come in the forms of a nubuck suede upper (rather than premium leather) and the addition of a Foamposite-base molded heel cup. Available in either black or wheat, the collaboration is now available at Supreme retail locations in London, New York, Los Angeles, and its online store.

Following its inauguration last Fall, designers from Supreme and Nike SB overhauled the Supreme Nike SB 94 for this year. While relatively the same on appearance, the 2011 edition of this special collab take its original basketball sneakers influence a bit further with the incorporation of Nike Foamposite material as the heel cup. Instead of premium leather, as with last year’s models, the 2011 models will feature premium nubuck suede and a gum rubber sole. To be available in Wheat/Metallic Copper Foamposite and Black/Black Foamposite, both Supreme exclusives will be for sale this Thursday, November 10th, at Supreme retail locations in New York, Los Angeles, London, and online. Releases at Supreme’s locations in Japan to follow on Saturday, November 12th. It looks like the 2011 holiday shopping season just got its start early…

Release Dates:
November 10th, 2011 (Thursday) – NYC, LA, London, & Online
November 12th, 2011 (Saturday) – Japan