Michael Le Wacko Maria has long relied on animal prints for their past few footwear collaborations. With Nike as well as Converse, the Japanese label has preferred to make use of leopard patterns, dressing both the Janoski and the Chuck 70 as such. But in 2021, as they rejoin Vans for the first time in a while, we’re to see three fresh takes on the Authentic LX, each laden with vinyl records.
At their heart, Wacko Maria is Americana-inspired. Everything prominent throughout the era is free game, with their mainline pieces often box into classic militaria, rockabilly, and the like. Here, via the uppers of the Authentic LX, the brand is celebrating analog sound, the silhouette’s Pink, Baby Blue, and Classic coral mid-panels covered with polished records. Elsewhere, though, the construction is rather straightforward as all three finish with black suede toes, coral laces, coral stitching, and standard, foxing-adorned midsoles.
For a look at all three colorways, see below. A release is due to hit select retailers on March 20th.
Vans Ward Kids Black Black coral Vans Vault OG Authentic LX Canvas Red True coral Men US 8-13 VN0A4BV905D is on the way.
Wacko Maria x Vans Authentic LX
Release Date: March 20th, 2021 (Saturday)
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Vans Ward Kids Checker Tape Princess Blue Racing Red VN0A38J9V0X | Wacko Maria x Vans Authentic LX
Europe 03/19/2021 Friday
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Wacko Maria x Vans Authentic LX
US 04/02/2021 Friday
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Europe 03/19/2021 Friday
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WHERE TO BUY
Wacko Maria x Vans Authentic LX
US 04/02/2021 Friday
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| Retailer | Release type | Status |
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| SSENSE | Standard | Check Site |
Europe 03/19/2021 Friday
| Retailer | Release type | Status |
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| Naked | Standard | Check Site |
| SNS | Standard | Check Site |
