5 Oct
Belgian black, sleek minimalism in high-top form

Kris Van Assche’s latest high-top is made of an clean soft black leather upper with white rubber soles — the Jodhpur silhouette echoing the same themes of black, sleek minimalism found on his couture garments. The 100% leather sneakers feature a velcro wraparound closure with the Belgian’s logo embossed, and can be found at SSENSE for $470.


8 Mar
Latest Italian-made luxury high tops

There’s a lot to like about Van Assche’s future thinking sneakers… everything but the price, that is. As usual the avant garde designer thinks forward, but keeps his latest more subtle than some of his past offerings. These 100% premium leather black high-top sneakers features a lace-up closure with wraparound ankle, a fold detail at […]


3 Aug
More sneakers from Kris Van Assche

We’ve been following what Kris Van Assche has been doing footwear-wise as lead designer at Dior Homme, and most of it is top notch. These ankle suede and leather lace sneakers are no exception, and they just dropped at colette for about $580 a pair. Couple more detail shots of the Dior Homme Ankle Sneakers […]


26 Mar
Van Assche adds some flair to the cotton long sleeve

Ssense has this new scarf panel shirt from Belgian designer Krish Van assche for a slim $665. The %100 cotton long sleeve button-down shirt is white with black woven check, and features a spread collar and hidden placket. The wraparound scarf panel can be attached at the side, and really tied however you prefer to […]


26 Feb
First drop from Van Assche's Spring 2010 line

Kris Van Assche knows what he can do and he does it well. He’s turning out pair after pair of beautiful sneakers and he shows no signs of stopping. These Van Assche Black Combo Sneakers are robust with all the signature stamps of the designer: black leather, high tops, and one distinct feature that makes […]


16 Feb
Why sometimes getting a cease & desist from Biggie Smalls can be a good thing

UPDATE: Dan Black’s album ((un)) drops today, available from iTunes or Amazon for $8. Moreover, today he also released his video for “Symphonies” with Kid Cudi, so we’re re-posting his Q&A from a couple weeks back along with the new video… After years of languishing around in London cover bands, Dan Black dumped the slackers […]


12 Feb
Now you'll have decide whether to wear them or frame them

Christian Dior creative director Kris van Assche’s Fall/Winter 2010 collection consists of high top sneakers, apart from one model, made from premium leather and suede. The collection keeps consistent through every shoe with a simple palette of blacks, whites, and greys. Though the ultra-stylish shoes are made with the intention of keeping your feet warm […]