In Mexico’s incredible wealth of indigenous history, the Huichol have their place as a native people that has survived Franciscan mission and Spanish colonialism and retained their language and customs throughout the centuries. In the mountainous regions of Jalisco and Nayarit they continue to live much as they have, largely isolated from and sometimes mingling with modern life. Known for their yarn paintings and objects decorated with commercially produced beads, Huichol art is an intricate craft blending embroidery, beading, and color into inimitable pieces. The Californian brand Vans via their premium line Vault pays tribute to their their knowledge by collaborating with the Huichol tribe in the reinterpretation of the Classic Slip-On LX and Sk8-Hi LX in limited quantities. This capsule highlights the work of this tribe, with embroidery made ​​by hand over a 10-month process, embellished with beads for a stunning result. Limited to 360 pairs globally, the Vault by Vans x Huichol capsule releases September 20th at select boutique ncluding the Vans DQM General New York and Boston locations, Blends, Bodega, Conveyor, Darkside Initiative, Opening Ceremony, Proper and St. Alfred.