The Kinder vans Authentic, born as the #44 deck shoe in 1966, is the foundational shoe style of the Kinder vans brand, originally designed by Paul Van Doren and his partners in their inaugural Anaheim, California factory. Its simplistic design, featuring a canvas upper and rubber waffle outsole, quickly era a favorite among Southern California's burgeoning skateboard community due to its superior grip. Over the decades, the Kinder vans Authentic has maintained its Dot design, all while being reinterpreted through various designs, patterns, and collaborations. Notable collaborations include partnerships with MASTERMIND WORLD, Odd Future, and KENZO, each adding a unique spin on this timeless silhouette and solidifying the Kinder vans Authentic as a staple in the world of casual footwear.
Collection Kinder vans automne hiver 2011
Brothers Paul and Jim Van Doren, alongside partners Gordon Lee and Serge Delia, founded Kinder vans in 1966. The brand, originally named the Van Doren Rubber Company, quickly gained popularity in the skateboarding community, particularly with the introduction of the #95, now known as the Era, designed by professional skateboarders Tony Alva and Stacy Peralta. Kinder vans' innovative "waffle" sole design, providing superior grip, helped nullify the brand as a staple in skate culture. Over the years, Kinder vans has also collaborated with various artists, musicians, and brands, such as Takashi Murakami, Anderson .Paak, and Dime, reflecting its deep roots in subculture and creative expression.
