Julissa Aaron is Dropping Customized Vans Authentics This Week

As we’ve all noticed in the last year, Vans is only continuing to heat up. The inline Chanel bag-inspired colorways to collabs with the likes of Satoshi Nakamoto, Parra, and Palace have added fuel to the Cali-based skate brand’s fire, but there’s plenty more in store for 2026. Today, Undefeated has announced an exclusive release for artist Julissa Aaron, known online as @not__urz, and Vans’ newest project.

Aaron customized 40 pairs of Vans Authentic sneakers with her artwork, with each pair a 1-of-1 design. The preview photo showcases four of the pairs, two black and two cream. One of the cream colorways features mismatched clown faces, one smiling and one frowning, while the other contains green, blue, and purple star graphics. One of the black pairs also uses star graphics, though this version makes the shape greyscale. To coincide with the release, Undefeated is throwing a party that will feature special musical guests and food and wine by Silky’s and Clink.

The Julissa Aaron x Vans Authentic Collection will be released exclusively at the release party at Undefeated Silver Lake on February 28, 2026. RSVP to attend here. Only 40 pairs will be available for purchase. For more updates on the latest happenings in the sneaker and streetwear world, download the Sole Retriever mobile app.

Nicholas Vlahos

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