Satoshi Nakamoto and Vans add a Blue Pair of Era 95s to the Collab Collection

If you’re a sneaker brand trying to figure out your next marketing moves, collabs, or curatorial direction, it’s time to take a look at Vans. The SoCal skate shoe brand has had its share of ups and downs over the years, but these days, Old Skools, Eras, and Authentics are flying off retail shelves faster than Jordan retros and Nike Dunks.

Vans’ recent hype cycle has been aided by a perfect selection of collaborators, and as soon as luxury streetwear brand Satoshi Nakamoto’s first Vans Era 95 collab hit shelves, the design is back with a sequel in blue. The Satoshi Nakamoto x Vans Era 95 Blue once again starts with a classic Vans Era upper in monochrome blue canvas with some carefully placed distressed rips throughout.

Like so many of the recent Vans hits, the Satoshi pair continues the gem theme, adding a line of multi-color jewels across the ankle collar and toebox. Colorful beads strung across the bottom lace add to the look, and Satoshi co-branding is added to the tongue and repeated across the entire midsole.

The Satoshi Nakamoto x Vans Era 95 Blue has only been seen in quick previews from Complex, and as of now, there is no release date or retail price on the books. For all the latest Vans collab news and drop info, download the Sole Retriever App.

Zach Harris

Zach Harris is a writer based in Philadelphia. His work has appeared in Rolling Stone, Vice, Complex, High Times, and more. He is obsessed with skateboarding and bowling. He is still looking for his first 300. For tips, reviews, and anything in size 10.5 - zach.h@soleretriever.com