Vans Shoes
Vans is an American footwear company that was founded in 1966 by Paul Van Doren, James Van Doren, Gordon C. Lee, and Serge D’Elia. The company started out as a small shoe factory in Anaheim, California, and quickly gained popularity among skateboarders and BMX riders for its durable and stylish shoes. The brand's now iconic "Off the Wall" logo was first introduced in 1976, and has since become synonymous with the Vans brand.
One of Vans' most popular and iconic models is the Vans Old Skool. First introduced in 1977, this shoe features the brand's signature sidestripe and has been re-released in countless colorways and collaborations over the years. Another popular model is the Vans Authentic, which was first introduced in 1976, is a classic skate shoe that has become a staple in the sneaker world thanks to skateboard greats like Tony Alva.
Vans has also collaborated with a number of notable figures and brands, such as Supreme, Disney, Fear of God and Taka Hayashi, on limited edition collections and exclusive sneaker releases. The brand's partnership with Supreme, in particular, has been successful, with the release of several highly sought-after collections.