Tell me why I saw these “American Flag” joints and thought of the glory days of the WWF and Hacksaw Jim Duggan romping around with the 2×4, the lazy eye, and an American flag. Okay maybe that’s not the look for these, so how about Bam’s annual B-day barbecue that usually involves way too much eating and is the perfect summer kickoff…that’s some U-S-A, U-S-A ish right there…

Okay if I haven’t lost you by now just now this – Americana everywhere…whether it’s the coming election, your run of patriotic holidays in the future, or just cause…Vans follows up the USA Flag joints they dropped last year with a special LPE from the California line that sports the same flag stripes and that good ole red, white, and blue. The LPE upper is on distressed canvas that sits atop the low profile sole with red foxing stripe. How much you wanna bet these don’t last long??

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-Cinematic

I look at this pack of Vans below and immediately think – “What shorts WOULDN’T these go perfect with??”. This is the summer move right here. You cannot go wrong in any of these quad flavors – white, pink mist, pale banana, and powder blue.

These Authentics get the “California” treatment, which yes, is all laid back and chill…but what I meant was the premium execution. A fancy, brushed twill upper, brown suede laces, and that addictive cushion-y ortholite insole. You may not know it now, but this will be your go-to shoes for the summer…trust!

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-Cinematic

This is summer radness!! The Vans Authentic, already a staple summer shoe gets dipped in a colorful “speckle” treatment that stir up the best of summer activities in one’s mind. Personally, the bright colors of “blue turquoise” and “rouge red” pairs both send me back to a time playing “Skate or Die” and “T & C Surf Design” on the original Nintendo. Then going outside and not being able to do any of that stuff.

The speckle is also reminiscent of the static-like noise seen on one of the earlier Supreme x Vans collabs, only with this new offering of Authentics, the color choice strays from the primary and into the bright and eye-popping! The laces are speckled, the bottoms are off colored (for you to discover in person), and I love the contrasting colored Vans woven label that sits on the lateral side of the shoe. Tough choice of colors here, I’m assuming most will cop both – high 5′s for those of you that do!

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-Cinematic

An assortment from the Vans California range arrived the other day, each shoe being a must-have for the staff and clients that have seen it thus far.

A variety of premium treatments on every pair. The lineup consists of favorite styles such as the Switchback, 106 Moc, Chukka Del Barco, Era 46, and new styles – the Era Decon and Sk8-Hi Boat! Needless to say, something for everyone…

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-Cinematic

Thinking of Spring and Summer?  Need some lounging shoes?  Vans Bali and Rata Vulc (Aloha) are the shoes that fit your needs!  The original surf-siders by Vans have an Eva Foam insole for a comfortable wear. So whether you are slipping these shoes on after leaving the beach or sliding them on for that casual stroll to your next class these Vans Surf shoes are great pick up to get your head out of the Winter weather blues.

The Rata Vulc’s cool Hawaiian leis all-over pattern will keep you feet looking Summer-time breezy all year round. The comfortable and casual appeal of the Vans Bali are great for those laid back days, with it’s all Navy corduroy composition these are a sure win.

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-ScooP

How does this sound? Red Velvet….the thought of cakes and cupcakes comes to mind right away as one of our favorite delicacies. Even closer to our liking is red velvet rope being synonymous with big movie premier screenings, and red carpet affairs…basically that Extra Butter shhhhhhhhhhhhhh.

So, while it’s highly upsetting these do not come in men’s sizes…there are plenty of ladies who support us so we should grab these up for them as additional Holiday presents. Or, I’m sure they’ll not waste any time and just come grab them themselves…they’re that dope.

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-Cinematic

Vans is back with a slew of products from their California, Classics, and Surf lines. There’s a lot to choose from here, and a little something for everyone. Let’s take a look…

If you’re looking for the perfect casual everyday shoe this winter, look no further than the brand new Era 59 CA. Made with a wool upper designed for style and warmth and a clean “gris” gray colorway, this shoe would go great with a pair of khakis or black denim pants. Similarly, we have the wool Chukka Boot 69 in the same “gris” colorway. These are definitely winning this winter.

Another new addition to the Vans California collection, the Chukka Peacoat is a bit spiffier than it’s “gris” counterpart. Match these with your favorite winter coat (as the name implies) and you simply can’t lose. The wrap-around anchored button strap is also a nice touch, making the Chukka Peacoat a go-to for all your winter adventures.

Yet another newcomer to the California line, the Chukka Del Barco Decon is extremely nice with a nubuck black upper and vulcanized mid-sole. The wool trim also perfectly compliments the predominately nubuck upper.

Pictured below is a black leather 106 Moc, making its debut for the Vans Classics line.

Last but not least is the newest addition to the Vans Surf collection, the “lark” colored Rata Vulc. These fleeced-lined badboys are ridiculously comfortable. You’ll feel obligated to cop once you try these on, no joke. You owe it to your feet to pick these up this winter.

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-Ezra

I believe it was Theophilus London in his infinite wisdom who once said, “I think holiday sweaters somehow just make the holiday better.”

I don’t think there’s any argument there, Theo, but you know what would make the holiday even better? A fresh pair of Vans to match that holiday sweater. Am I right? Well as always, we at Extra Butter have you covered with 3 new styles of Vans recently arriving at the store.

Now if this first wave of products from the Vans California Holiday ’11 collection is any indication of what’s to come, then it’s going to be a dope holiday season. Let’s take a closer look at what this first drop has to offer.

Reminiscent of the ranch style made popular by Pendleton, the Nordic Chukka Boot in a Brindle colorway is perfect for swagging it out in your matching Christmas sweater at your Granny’s holiday party. Vans California also presents us with two new styles of Switchbacks that are 50% casual skate shoe, 50% outdoor duckboot. With a water-resistant upper and a fleece ortholite insole, these shoes are guaranteed to keep you dry and comfortable throughout the winter. Done in a black and dark navy/cathay spice colorway, you do not want to be without these this season!

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-Ezra

In the world of the Vans consumer there seems to be some invisible hard-set lines, there are the Era/Authentic guys, there are Chukka guys, and the Slip-On guys, and these lines are seldom crossed. But these new all denim Vans Halfcabs might blur those line boundaries a bit. The upper of the Halfcabs is composed of a slightly shiny indigo denim which is linked together by white stitching, this blend is reminiscent of an old pair of Marithé et François Girbaud jeans that I had in the late 90′s. Beautiful.

And as a perfect compliment to the denim we have the all suede Wingtip Era in the (tan) Dune colorway. The Wingtip Era is the perfect blend of old fashioned conservative and new school casual and they make for a great 1-2 punch for any wardrobe.

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-ScooP

Mmmm…feeling these, and I’m sure most ladies will agree. The Vans Authentic Lo Pros came out in a more traditional leopard pattern and blacked out zebra stripe back in the Spring and sold out super fast…I think it’s safe to predict it will be the same for these. The brown leopard pair below is more on the toned down side, if “toned down” can even be used as an adjective when it comes to anything with leopard print…

We also received a “cheetah” print Authentic Lo Pro that definitely gets wilder with vibrant colors, and a metallic silver weave into the bright pink laces.

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-Cinematic