The Dead of the Dead is a Mexican holiday that family and friends celebrate by remembering their friends and family members who have died. Private altars to honor the decrease are usually built using sugar skulls, marigolds, and the favorite foods and beverages of the departed as gifts.

In honor of this special occasion, Vans is planning to release four sneakers in two different colorways; two Sk8-His and two Slip-Ons.

The first set has a Black canvas frame, a White midsole, and White laces while the other one is most colorful with a Teal/Purple base, White midsole, and Purple laces. Both sets feature candy skull graphics and other Mexican embroidery on the sides and ankle.

Slated to drop Fall 2010 most likely around November 2nd (Day of the Dead).

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Vans certainly out did themselves on their latest Vault Sk8-Hi LX which features a subtle, baby blue colorway. This Van Vault yields an upper made of both premium and perforated leather. Black stitching outlines the shoe’s frame and  hints of baby blue appears along the midsole, heel, and tongue tags. Topping these kicks off are pair of baby blue laces and a contrasting black inner lining. Check for this Vans model in the coming weeks at your local retailer. Retail $90.

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Vans is pulling all the stops to deliver this sophisticated Sk8-Hi LX “Croc Skin” pack, which features 3 models draped in detailed croc patent leather. The 3 sneakers will be available in red, beige and black/white color schemes, with each sporting a solid white midsole, a pair of white laces, and a thin strip of their respected color traced around the sole. The Vans Sk8-Hi LX “Croc Skin” Pack is expected to release during Fall 2009 at select Vans retailers.

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Vans is now releasing the 5Boro x Vans Forty-Four High of their West Coast vs. East Coast Collection. Just a few days ago, we were informing everyone about the “Grey / Gold” Forty-Four Hi, but now it’s time for the New York boutique, 5Boro, to drop their version.

Featuring a black/red colorway, the 5Boro x Vans Forty-Four Hi offers a combo of both black leather and suede, as well as pink/red details. The side panels, shoe laces, and tongue represent 5Boro and all the hot spots in New York in pinkish red lettering. There’s even an imprint of a pigeon wearing a crowing placed along the toe.

The 5Boro x Vans Forty-Four High is now available at most Vans retailers like CCS, so check your local skate shop for their availability. Retail $80.

> Purchase at CCS

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