W)TAPS and Vans have teamed up for a special collection of shoes and apparel, with the Era LX 'Black Croc' being one of the stand-out pieces. The classic lace-up silhouette has been given a premium upgrade with a two-tone upper made from croc-embossed nubuck and black suede. The solid black rubber midsole is accented with Vans' signature license plate in matching black, giving the shoe a subtle yet stylish touch. The W)TAPS x Era LX ‘Black Croc’ released in July 2018 as part of a larger footwear and apparel collection between the Japanese and Californian brands. The classic lace-up silhouette is crafted with a two-tone upper, featuring a croc-embossed nubuck quarter panel in green, contrasted by black suede paneling on the vamp and heel. Underneath, a solid black rubber midsole is accented with Vans’ signature license plate in matching black.