Project CANVAS was founded upon the principal that within every person lies a wealth of creativity. It’s a project that set out to empower youth and young adults across the world to believe in themselves. People are inspired by Project CANVAS to treat life as a canvas upon which they have the power to create their own masterpiece.

Every Project CANVAS pair of shoes is one-of-a kind, decorated with abstract versions of the three basic primary colors: Blue, Yellow, and Red. The three basic color platform provides a foundation for self-expression, individuality, and creativity.

The Project CANVAS concept is a vibrant, yet simplistic aesthetic that serves as a base for art, culture, and fashion to be expressed in a unique format accessible to all.

“Life is like a canvas. It begins blank and everyday is another brushstroke. Make your life a masterpiece.”

Even if it’s still cold and snowy in your neck of the woods, it’s totally OK to start planning for (and dreaming of) that long-anticipated week of fun in the sun: Spring Break!

From riding bikes down the boardwalk to hanging out with friends at the beach or pool, this is the season to get into a sunnier state of mind and break free from the winter blues.

Below are some of our picks to get you in the spirit of laidback, sun-soaked days!

Go to Zappos Rideshop for even more spring break finds!

Men's: 1. Volcom Blakely Shirt, 2. Von Zipper Elmore Sunglasses, 3. Hurley Phantom Solid Boardshort, 4. Billabong Carter Chino Shorts, 5. Penny The Nickel Classic skateboard, 6. O'Neill Speed Blur Tank Top

Women's: 7. Roxy Sundancer Scalloped Tankini, 8. Reef Mallory Flip Flops, 9. Volcom Crowned Queen Cheese Hat, 10. Billabong For Keeps Backpack, 11. O'Neill Rubix Dress, 12. Fox Skyfire Tank Top

Here at Zappos, we’ve been making daily strides to become a more eco-conscious company as we get ready for the big move to our new Downtown Las Vegas headquarters this fall. So when we see other companies make real efforts towards becoming more sustainable, we naturally take notice!

Recently, Sole Technology, manufacturers of three of our Rideshop brands, etnies, Emerica and thirtytwo, made a huge leap for its commitment to the environment by unveiling their new eco-friendly European headquarters building in Amsterdam. Sole Technology believes that this new sustainably-designed building will make a dramatic impact in lightening the company’s overall carbon footprint.

The company is definitely committed to accomplish their goal of becoming carbon neutral by 2020. Sole Technology’s founder and owner Pierre-Andre Senizergues’ passion for the environment is the main force behind the company’s sustainability initiatives and guided the criteria for the design of the building.

Because of all their efforts, the new Sole Technology building’s energy consumption is said to be up to 60% less than that of comparable buildings! Now that’s a change we can get behind.

Way to go Sole Technology!

Penny founder Ben Mackay received his first plastic skateboard when he was 5-years old. "I got my board second hand and painted it blue with gold pinstripes. I thought it was the baddest thing ever." Nearly 30 years later, he realized it was time to bring that little plastic board back for good.

With 12 years experience in skateboard manufacturing, Mackay and the rest of the Penny crew has a strong appreciation for what it takes to make great quality skateboards. "I've channeled everything I've learned in manufacturing and design to come up with a high performance, long lasting, and mega fun plastic skateboard," says Mackay. From looking at any skateboard you can see whether its fundamentals are balanced. You can see it as each component comes together to make the final product and you can feel it under your feet and in your hands. And it's what sets Penny Skateboards above the rest.

Each Penny Skateboard is built with the highest quality raw materials and fanatical attention to detail. Penny Skateboards are designed and built to look good, perform well, and exceed all your expectations. Penny Skateboards - since forever.

Founded in 1973, Pro-Tec is the original action sports protective gear brand. Today Pro-Tec provides innovative technology while still maintaining their classic style. Pro-Tec continues to support and protect riders around the world with the very best in protective equipment, so they can keep expressing and progressing. ...Ride On.

Destroyer produces some of the most technologically advanced kneepads and protective equipment on the market. With innovative air-flow foam, perforated neoprene straps, and heavy-duty nylon caps, pads from the Destroyer professional series has upped the ante, allowing amateurs and pros alike to sharpen their skills with lessened worry of injury.

GoldCoast has created a skateboard for fans of Quentin Tarantino’s cinematic double feature “Kill Bill”—the Hanzo. This killer 24” board really packs a punch with its 79mm Century Trucks, genuine GoldCoast ABEC 7 bearings, and 60mm GoldCoast “Cherry Bombs” wheels.

This extremely portable board offers a smooth, carvy ride that’s perfect for quick trips around the block, or quick getaways from the “Crazy 88s”! Check it out HERE.

WeSC Tee, WeSC Overlay Tee and WeSC Icon Tee

After a brief hiatus, we’re excited to announce that WeSC is back on Zappos.com!

Created by avid skateboarders, snowboarders and creative, out-of-the-box thinkers, WeSC lives by a philosophy of inclusion and acceptance.

In 1999, the brand broadened its reach to like-minded people both within and outside the skateboarding community. WeSC is a self-proclaimed “street fashion brand for intellectual slackers”. However, we think they are definitely not slacking in the style department.

Check out WeSC today!

WeSC Skatecamp 2011: Jönköping! from WeSC on Vimeo.