Concepts has unveiled its latest collaboration with Vault by Vans, the “Question the Answers” collection.
Named after the 1994 album by the Mighty Mighty Bosstones, the collection brings to light the intersection of luxury design, skate aesthetic, and ’80s Two-Tone style. Two OG SK8-His, an OG Authentic LX, and an OG Old Skool NS LX are dressed in the classic Vans checkerboard pattern, using mohair construction as a nod to the punk-driven London fashion of the ‘70s and ‘80s. Design details from the custom boxes draw from the Sex Pistols, poster boys of the hardcore punk era from which mohair transformed from pedestrian wear to aspirational fashion.
“Working with Vans has given us space to experiment with the rich history of punk fashion,” says Deon Point, Concepts Creative Director. “This latest collection, which includes our most progressive in-house clothing assortment, allows us to honor local music history and relay our deep knowledge of luxury design details.”
The accompanying apparel includes chino pants, a polar checker fleece, and shorts that pay homage to the early ‘80s Two-Tone scene, which merged Jamaican ska and punk elements. The assortment also includes the Concepts Icon hoodie, sweatpants, and tees.
“Given the nod to both Damier prints and Westwood-era mohair, the ‘Question the Answers’ collection was the perfect drop for us to flex our luxury streetwear sensibility,” says Point.
The Concepts x Vault by Vans “Question the Answers” collection launches on Friday, October 7th exclusively at cncpts.com, CNCPTS Boston, CNCPTS NYC, and CNCPTS Dubai. Check out the lookbook photos below.
