Big fans of Hellz Bellz, the New York street fashion brand's latest collaboration - a pair of limited edition Vans, reimagining the Hadley and Sophie shoes - are out now. After an epic NYC launch party last night, the 'Tomboy Chic' Hadley (leather, zipped High Top) and 'Edgy Femme' Sophie (glittery, die-cut lace up) are in store now, retailing at $85 and $65.
But, while the style blogs love the Hellz Bellz collab, the quirky kicks have been slammed by a few core Vans fans. What do you think? Check out a video with Hellz founder Lanie Alabanze-Barcena on the story behind her shoes, plus tonnes of pics after the jump then make your opinion...
The Sophie:
The Hadley:
Available online in February from Karmaloop, Wish Atlanta, Kicks/Hi, Undefeated and Conveyor. Sorry guys, looks like this is a US only release. Sucks to be in Europe.
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