# Purposely Clashing Sneakers Vans Recently Releases Mis-Matched Shoes in a Collaboration Collection By Thomas Wade-West | Published 2013-09-08 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vans-shoes-gone-wild References: [complexmag](http://www.complexmag.ca/sneakers/2013/09/vans-vault-engineered-garments-for-nepenthes) & [vans](http://www.vans.com/) Legendary shoe company Vans has announced the release of its Vans Vault X Engineered Garments collection. The twist is that every pair is non-identical (with the exception of the 'Vans Authentics'). The collaboration is made between [nostalgic 1970s surf apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yusuke-hanai-2) Vans and New York designer Daiki Suzuki's menswear line called Engineered Garments. In utilizing some of the already popular Vans models (the Vans Authentic and the Vans Slip-On), and meshing them with Suzuki's sport and military inspirations, the outcome is a minimalist blend of hues and colors. As noted, what is most interesting are the Vans Slip-On models, which have been purposely mismatched. Each pair reverses their leather and suede placement, making these a truly unique release. The collection will launch September 10th at Nepenthes New York, retailing for under $100. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.7/10 - Popularity: 72% | Activity: 62% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Fashion for Men](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashionformen) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Mis-matched Fashion:** Opportunity for clothing and shoe companies to create unique and eccentric designs to stand out amongst competitors. - **Collaboration Collections:** Opportunity for companies to work together and appeal to different audiences with the merger of different styles and tastes. - **Minimalist Design:** Opportunity for products to be stripped down to its simplest form, creating a modern and sleek aesthetic. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** Fashion companies can create unique and eccentric designs to stay relevant and appeal to younger generations. - **Footwear:** Shoe companies can work together and appeal to different audiences with the merger of different styles and tastes. - **Retail:** Retail stores can sell merchandise that feature minimalist design, creating a modern and sleek aesthetic for their stores. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Asymmetrical Slip‑on Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/engineered-garments-x-vans.md) - [Dynamic Layered Patterning Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/premium-clash-the-wall.md) - [Collab Fashion Trainers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/valentino-x-vans.md) - [Bold Collaborative Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sr-studio-la-ca-x-vans.md) - [Multi-Color Skater Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/parra-and-otw.md) - [Retro Patterned Collaborative Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/era-skool.md) - [Textured Sneaker Collabs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beams-and-vans.md) - [Heritage-Honoring Collaborative Skate Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fuct-collaboration.md) - [Vibrant Rugged Skate Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vans-varsity-collection.md)