Vancouver-based skater Una Farrar is known for her boundless style and creativity which is seen in her remixed variation of the Vans Mixxa silhouette done alongside Dime. The three forces work together on a custom approach to the shoe, blending elements of a chunky silhouette with a cupsole construction to call upon a retro 00s influence backed by Vans' footwear innovations. It boasts an all-black palette resting on top of a gum sole unit with a waved motif and a custom clover emblem along the lateral forefoot overlay -- this nods to her Irish heritage and a touch of luck.
Una Farrar shares, "I wanted the colorway of the Mixxa to be quiet and clean so anybody can wear it. Black and gum is subtle and classic. It is a huge honor to see my name on a shoe and share it with brands I'm inspired and aligned with. I like the nostalgic silhouettes of the early 2000s, so the Mixxa was a perfect fit. I added a little extra luck on the side with the clover,
Juxtaposing Retro Skate Sneakers
Una Farrar and Dime Reimagine the Vans Mixxa Silhouette
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