Product Description
Vans and The North Face are both California brands originally founded in 1966, so it hasn't been surprising to see them collaborate early and often over the years. The Vans Sk8-Hi 46 MTE DX The North Face Red is one of the many sneakers the two companies have come up with together.
This Vans x North Face sneaker has a black suede upper built to be weather-resistant along with overlays made from red laminate ballistic nylon, which is the same material North Face uses to create its Base Camp Duffel bag. The high-top sneaker also has a white midsole with a vulcanized lug outsole inspired by North Face's snow boots and designed to provide superior traction. Additionally, it's equipped with special features like Vans' patented MTE 360 technology to keep feet warm and dry.
But in our expert opinion, it's the branding on this sneaker that puts it over the top. The white North Face logos on the heel, in particular, allow North Face to put its stamp on this iconic Vans silhouette. The Vans Sk8-Hi 46 MTE DX The North Face Red was released on November 3, 2017, when it retailed for $100.
