JJJJound Has Stripped Down One of Vans’ Most Classic Sneakers to Its Simplest Form

JJJJound is known for taking a simple approach to its sneaker collaborations, typically applying minimalist color schemes to familiar silhouettes. For its latest project with Vans, however, the creative studio is simplifying the Half Cab by quite literally stripping it down.

The JJJJound x OTW by Vans Half Cab has had its padding removed with two monochromatic options for its upper. Skaters, not as easily swayed by new technology as others, still widely employ 33-year-old sneaker for it’s original purpose...