Vans x Nintendo
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A little while ago it came out that Vans was collaborating with Nintendo on a new range of sneakers, with some rather cool designs on show. There's now finally been a press release to confirm more details on the range and a release date - the Vans x Nintendo Collection will start to hit stores in the US on 3rd June, and "international retailers throughout the month".

It seems like the collection is going to have a lot to it beyond the rather neat sneakers; a whole load of accessories will be part of the range, which shows that this is no half-hearted promotion. Plenty of details are in the press release excerpt below.

The Vans x Nintendo Classic footwear assortment kicks off with four variations of the Authentic silhouette. Travel to the Mushroom Kingdom for the first colorway, the Super Mario Bros. Tie-Dye, which showcases an all-over character print of Mario alongside several "power-ups" and the villainous Goomba over an 8-bit tie-dye pattern. A second color-up features the original damsel in distress, Princess Peach, awaiting rescue from her brave hero. Duck Hunt comes to life atop a digi-camo backdrop featuring the hunting dog and flying duck, and the final execution of the Authentic is an ode to Donkey Kong and incorporates imagery from its first level to present the title character in a unique floral arrangement. Vans' iconic lace-free silhouette, the Classic Slip-On, appears in the sneaker lineup with graphics and quotes from The Legend of Zelda. A Sidestriped trio of the Sk8-Hi, Old Skool and Sk8-Hi Slim for women pay homage to the NES with prints and colors inspired by the console. Lace-up styles are trimmed with special details, including Nintendo game logos on the tongue label and NES controller lace caplets. For the greatest feature, kick up your heels to reveal Vans iconic waffle sole printed with 'Game Over!'

To present a throwback-styled, head-to-toe look, the Vans x Nintendo collaboration extends into apparel and accessory items for men and women. Co-branded tees, backpacks, bags, socks and hats are offered in prints that tie back to the Classic footwear.

Vans invites the newest generation to join in on the fun with sneaker styles sized down to youth and toddler fits. Tiny tykes can get their hands on patterns designed just for kids with characters from Mario Kart and Super Mario across the Sk8-Hi Zip, Classic Slip-on and Authentic.

Are you planning to splash some cash on this Vans x Nintendo collection? Let us know, and we'll keep an eye out for more images of the range to share with you soon.

Vans x Nintendo
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Vans x Nintendo
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Vans x Nintendo
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Vans x Nintendo
Image: VANS
Vans x Nintendo
Image: VANS
Vans x Nintendo
Image: VANS
Vans x Nintendo
Image: VANS
Vans x Nintendo
Image: VANS
Vans x Nintendo
Image: VANS
Vans x Nintendo
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