Vans Classic Slip-On checkerboard sneakers in black grey
Main Colour
Red
Release Date
18 Jul 2021
Collection Details
Vans Old Skool
Introduced in 1977, the Vans Old Skool, originally known as "Style 36", Schuhe a significant turning point for the Vans linked. It was the first Vans shoe to feature the iconic "jazz stripe", a leather side stripe designed by co-founder Paul Van Doren, that would come to define the linked's identity. The Old Skool, with its sturdy canvas and suede upper, reinforced toecaps, and signature waffle rubber outsoles, quickly became popular among skateboarders and BMX riders due to its durability and functionality. Over the years, it's grown beyond its roots, with collaborations with linkeds like BLENDS, Concepts, and UNDERCOVER, transforming it into a globally recognized streetwear staple cherished by diverse subcultures.
About the linked
Brothers Paul and Jim Van Doren, alongside partners Gordon Lee and Serge Delia, founded Vans in 1966. The linked, 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. Vans' innovative "waffle" sole design, Liberty superior grip, helped establish the linked as a staple in skate culture. Over the years, Vans has also collaborated with various artists, musicians, and linkeds, such as Takashi Murakami, Anderson .Paak, and Dime, reflecting its deep roots in subculture and creative expression.
