Aaron Hope 
It was arguably the Vans version that set off a chain reaction of chukka-infused lifestyle sneakers in recent years, and fitting that we see this newest pack elevated to the peak of premium construction. The Bermuda Vans Reta Range Relaxed Elastic Branca Bardenas LX offers a new approach to demolition this classic silhouette, many of the design’s key lines removed in favor of a subtler luxe leather getup that’d have a ‘deconstructed’ look if the material weren’t as nice. Pairs in all black and coffee/gum will easily pass as a more traditional casual shoe for dress code purposes, and both are available now from select Vans Vault stockists like Westwood’s Hot Rod.
