Whether you fancy yourself a game enthusiast or were just a dabbler back in your days of youth, this collaboration is sure to provoke a double-take. Nintendo x Vans recently launched a capsule collection bringing the past times of our childhood days to sneakers we wear on the regular. The partnership is perfect as Vans lends their most favorite silhouettes to some of our favorite games. Don’t believe us?
Sneakers like the Authentics, Slip-Ons, Old Skool (along with high top versions) take on the graphics of Nintendo icons including Super Mario Bros., Duck Hunt, Donkey Kong and the Legend of Zelda. Most versions are made in adult and kid sizes, which means you could be twinsies with your son, daughter, brother, sister, distant cousin…for a mere $40 investment.
The full line runs from about $20 to $75, and also includes soft goods like the Mario Crew Sweatshirt, Game Over Backpack and colorful socks we can’t get enough of. The full line is available on-line and in-stores.
All images courtesy of Vans.
Creative Collabs | Vans x Nintendo
Game on or game over? Go head to head in 8-bit inspired footwear. Nintendo teams up with Vans for a collection that's perfect for all generations.
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Nintendo Old Skool
The Nintendo Old Skool , $70, combines 8 bit pixelation on the signature Vans sidestripe
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Nintendo Slip-On
The Legend of Zelda gets some exposure on the Classic Slip-On silhouette. Try the Nintendo Slip-On, in Zelda/Parisian Night, $65. Also available in Zelda/Black and Super Mario Bros./Multi.
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Nintendo Sk8-Hi Slim
From afar, you might not even be able to tell. Try out the Nintendo collab in a discrete way - with an 8-bit Game-Over pair. Get the Nintendo Sk8-Hi Slim, $70.
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Nintendo SS Button Down Shirt
Imagine how long it would take to actually beat Donkey Kong if it were played on the Nintendo SS Button Down Shirt, $54.50.
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Nintendo Sk8-Hi Reissue
The Nintendo Sk8-Hi Reissue, $75, combines two of the most memorable items from my childhood, classic high top Vans and Nintendo controllers. Also available in a Mario Luigi/ True White.
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Nintendo Duck Hunt Snapback Hat
Although the Nintendo Duck Hunt Snapback Hat, $32, could be fully functional while actually hunting ducks, we're gonna recommend you stick to shooting the 8-bit kind.
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Nintendo Authentic
The Nintendo Authentic, $65, which comes in four flavors, features 8-bit artwork from Nintendo's iconic characters. Shown in Donkey Kong, but also available in Duck Hunt, Super Mario Bros, and Princess Peach.
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Nintendo Mario Crew 1 Pack
Power up your sock game with the Nintendo Mario Crew, $12, features the classic Super Mario Bros. magic mushrooms. Also available in Donkey Kong or Duck Hunt.
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Nintendo Duck Hunt T-Shirt
I look at the Nintendo Duck Hunt T-shirt, $28, and I immediately hear that dog laughing at me because I missed shooting the ducks.
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Mens Nintendo Hanelei
Show off your love for Super Mario Bros. in the Nintendo Hanelei, $21, flip flops which feature a rad all-over Mario tie dye print.
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Nintendo Mario Warp Pocket T-Shirt
I never was a fan of people who took the warp's in Super Mario Bros, but I am a fan of the Nintendo Mario Warp Pocket T-shirt, $32.50.
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Nintendo Slip-On
The Nintendo Slip-On, $70, is the classic Vans Slip-on with an all over print featuring: Mario, Luigi, Bowser, Yoshi, Donkey Kong, and Princess Peach.
