Spring finds Vans rolling out a Chukka Boot Gum Pack that is stylish and simple, while still elevating the now signature boot so that it feels new. Available in black, seneca rock and true white, the Chukka boasts monochrome canvas uppers, metal eyelets and Vulcanized gum soles. Subtle striping along the same soles allow for a nice bit of contrast between the upper and lower. The Spring Chukka Boot Gum Pack is available at select Vans retailers.

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One of the more eye-catching pieces from Junya Watanabe‘s Spring/Summer 2012 COMME des GARCONS MAN collection is the Duckboot. With its unique ridged rubber gum sole, the boots feature dark brown rubber and light brown premium cotton canvas on the upper alongside a cushioned footbed and expert detailing like triple-stitching, herringbone heel pulls and branded dust bags. Made in Japan, the Junya Watanabe COMME des GARCONS MAN 2012 Spring/Summer Duckboot is now available from retailers like End Clothing, priced at £330 GBP (approximately $ 520 USD).

Available alongside the SOPHNET. L/S MADRAS PATCHWORK B.D SHIRT from the brand’s 2012 Spring/Summer collection is the collaborative Wingtip Classic with American shoemaker Walk-Over. A continuation of their previous work together, these timeless longwing brogues are given a unique spin with colorful hits on the midsole and heel tab. Available in brown leather alongside tan and navy suede, the SOPHNET. x Walk-Over Wingtip Classic can be picked up from SOPHNET. for ¥47,250 JPY (approximately $ 589 USD).

Forward-thinking footwear label Android Homme advances an intriguing silhouette model for Fall 2012 courtesy of its newest Brogue Hiker. Amalgamating the sensibilities of traditional hiker boots and brogue shoes the fusion resulted in a streamlined and slimmer profile. The new option is constructed out of a pure leather material featuring a wingtip-styled toecap with custom Android Homme decorative perforation. Boasting lightweight EVA midsole for added cushioning, the shoe rounds out with welded metal D-ring eyelets, leather laces and a rugged rubber outsole. The Fall 2012 Brogue Hiker is slated to arrive underneath the label’s premium “Made in Italy” range of product – a tier of the already premium label that aims to exemplify the heightened Italian craftsmanship and material preferences. Retailing for $ 450 USD, the Camo/Glass colorway will be made available through select Android Homme stockists closer to the seasonal delivery.

Focusing on a variety of timeless silhouettes as well as modern adaptations of traditional sandals and slippers, Givenchy rolls out a series of visuals showcasing its recent footwear collection for Spring/Summer 2012. A range of patent and full grain leathers find their way onto a selection of derbies, creeper boots, gladiators and flip flops, while a segment of Birkenstock-inspired sandals are mocked up in olive and seafoam greens. Understated branding embellishment is positioned towards the rear heel and straps of each iteration while eccentric plastic zipper accents, contoured footbed and a pin-up girl aesthetic complete the design of numerous footwear pieces. The range will arrive soon through select Givenchy stockists.