Vans OTW launched its Global Sneakers series with a collection inspired by Los Angeles’s Fairfax and La Brea neighborhoods. Californian influences of the OTW Block Collection pack introduces new colorways of the Bedford, Prescott and Tesella. Southern Californian influences enrich the design of the OTW line by offering products that pay homage to skate and vintage sportswear emblematic in L.A. The Bedford is a mid-top and has a stylish rendering. The black/navy edition of the Bedford refers to the 90’s with his short style, poly canvas above , its leather inserts and sports shoelaces in two colors. Prescott with a profile and an off-white hue reminiscent of the Vans Authentic. Finishes as the superposition of suede , zigzag seams and tiles infuse a touch of modernity. As for Tesella, it symbolizes the direction of the OTW avant-garde line with the iconic Vans checkerboard print, a hand-woven on top and a UltraCush Lite sole. Retro style influenced the look of the Tesella with micro suede, a ventilated mesh, starred printed and a speckled midsole. The Vans OTW Spring 2014 “Block” collection is available at select Vans OTW retailer.