Vans' Darkened-up Authentic Sneaker Makes Quiet Luxury Cool

Double Tap to ZoomSneakersVans' Quiet Luxury Sneaker Is Cooler than You ThinkFor as big and bold as Vans likes to play it, the skate house is ridiculously good at simple black sneakers.Add Japanese streetwear brand Neighborhood to the mix, and you get a delectably dark Authentic 44 sneaker that's betting it all on black to astounding results. Though, you can't really go wrong with a black sneaker, so it's hardly a gamble on Vans' end.And even though suede doesn't really shine, Vans still found a way to make the soft sneaker sparkle. Instead of traditional textiles like canvas or classic leather, Vans dressed this collaborative Authentic 44 with soft suede, which adds some textural intrigue that's only heightened by Neighborhood's engraved branding at the toe, giving the otherwise simple sneaker a subtle layer of luxury. Your Highsnobiety privacy settings have blocked this Instagram post.In addition to the all-black colorway, Vans is also dropping an all-white version as well. Both colorways will be available on the Vans website for $120 on August 7.Your Highsnobiety privacy settings have blocked this Instagram post.Now obviously Vans knows how to turn its classic thrashers into little vessels of footwear luxury. Just take a look at any number of Chanel-inspired stunners Vans has released in recent years. Even beyond the iconic Chanel Graffiti-inspired sneakers, Vans has also dabbled in some indisputably classy tweed iterations as well. While those displays of luxury are a bit more in your face, Vans' Neighborhood collab trends more toward the quiet luxury of it all, which is cooler than it sounds. At least when Vans does it.Highsnobiety has affiliate marketing partnerships, which means we may receive a commission from your purchase. Want to shop the products our editors actually love? Visit our SHOPPER page and subscribe to the newsletter for recs on all things fashion, footwear, and beauty.We RecommendVans’ Rugged Trail Sneaker Doesn’t Mind a DetourVans' Trend-Driven Skinny Runner Actually Dates Back to 1982When It Rains, Vans’ Mighty GORE-TEX Sneaker Still ShinesVans’ Chocolate Skate Loafer Is Redefining Business CasualVans' Simple Authentic Sneaker Trades the Skatepark For the Tennis CourtWhat To Read NextVans' Darkened-up Authentic Sneaker Makes Quiet Luxury CoolNew Balance's Soft-Toned Dad Shoe Is Bringing the Bulk BackThis Alpine Brand Brings Creativity To The MountainsNike Finally Gives Its Darkest Air Force 1 Its Flowers. LiterallyYour New Semester Uniform Is Looking Suspiciously Comfortable...We Don't Talk Enough About AURALEE's Great Left-Field Fabrics