VANS: The Dennis Hopper Collection

Dennis Lee Hopper, did, does, and always will represent the iconoclast, the revolution of creative self-expression, the culture of Vans.

From Easy Rider to Apocalypse Now to Blue Velvet, on canvases portraying everything from abstract expressionism to photorealism, in photographic portraits on film and paper, Hopper’s maniacal pursuits illustrated a rare genius.

Before we lost one of American art, film and photography’s most influential iconoclasts, Dennis Hopper gave Vans a very special opportunity to collaborate on a curated collection of footwear and apparel featuring some of his very favorite work; 74 years of rebellious brilliance, culled into a small, sincere collection befitting a lifetime of fearless style.

The collection includes a heavy weight waxed canvas jacket, the Hopper Morocco that features a cool photo collage on the inside liner as well as a quality yarn dye woven, the Hopper Lidgate. Also look for five premium tees featuring iconic artwork and photos and a stylish driver cap, the Hopper Talfourd that comes in a soft canvas with leather trims.  A tan stonewashed canvas Era and waxed canvas Chukka, both with leather details, complete this retrospective assortment.

Check it out in its entirety over at Urban Outfitters, where the collection will be stocked exclusively for AW11!!

With thanks to Jim over at Canoe Inc.