Skateboarding classics like the Vans Authentic and the Vans Era as well as loads of streetwear can be found in the Vans Online Shop at skatedeluxe. Because when it comes to skate shoes, you can’t ignore Vans. The sneakers from the Van Doren brothers have always been legendary and are considered the ultimate in the skating scene. The current cult label - like so many big brands – began as a small shoe factory in southern California. At skatedeluxe, you can shop all the popular skate shoes, sneakers, and streetwear from Vans online.
In March 1966, Paul Van Doren together with his brother James, their business partner Serge D'Elia, and long-time friend Gordon Lee, opened the "The Van Doren Rubber Company" in Anaheim, California. The Vans Authentic was the brand's first model.
Style #44 is one of the three original cuts, the design of which has hardly changed to this day. On the first day of production, the canvas shoe had a grand total of 12 sales. Which, at that time, was an incredible success. Thanks to the vulcanised outer sole and the versatile colour combinations, Vans Authentic is an absolute all-arounder and justly one of the Vans Classics.
The successive model, and thus, the first skate shoe from the house of Van Doren, the Vans Era was introduced to the market in 1975. Designed by Dogtown legends Tony Alva and Stacy Peralta, the Era became an overnight cult classic. With the first skate-specific features, such as the famous waffle sole and the padded collar, the #95 made a name for itself and defined an entirely new era in the history of skateboarding.
With the Era, Vans strengthened its position in the skate world, yet company founder Paul van Doren still lacked the defining brand symbol for his shoes. At that time, the Swoosh and the three stripes from Nike and adidas respectively had been firmly burned into the memory of shoe-lovers everywhere. Van Doren acted quickly and adorned the latest model, the Vans Old Skool, with the unmistakable "Jazz Stripe"!
Shortly thereafter, the first Hi-Top variation, better-known today as the Vans Sk8-Hi. The combination of a vulcanized sole with a high-top makes this shoe an indispensable companion for all skaters who want more stability and support from their sneakers. 1977 marked not only the birth of the punk in the UK but also the Vans Slip-On. As the last of the Vans Classics, this slip-on is among the most prominent shoes from this brand, despite the fact that it is not actually a skate shoe. Whether in the distinguished checkerboard style or simply in classic black, the Vans Slip-On is a highlight when it comes to casual sneakers.
Vans has also got you covered for winter. The water-resistant and lined Vans shoes from the MTE Series not only protect against rain and cold, they’ll keep your toes warm in ice cold temperatures. In the skatedeluxe Online Skate Shop, you can easily shop a wide selection of warm yet chic MTE models from Vans.
In addition to the classic skate shoes in every conceivable colourway and pattern, Vans has broken into the world of streetwear in recent years. From the Vans logo T-shirt and a warm hoodie to the winter jacket; with Vans, you’ll be well prepared for (almost) every situation. Additionally, you can even shop backpacks, beanies and accessories in the same high quality you can always expect from Vans right here at skatedeluxe.
What began with the artistic influences of the Z-Boys has now become an integral part of Vans’ philosophy: the collaborations. In the last several years, countless artists, musicians and, above all, skaters have been able to leave their names and designs on the historical sneakers. Meanwhile, Vans has even released collections with pop-culture greats such as Disney and Star Wars, and Nintendo. A real affair of the heart for Vans was when they teamed up with the skateboard mag institution Thrasher to create a collection together.
You have to admit, the guys and girls of Vans are masters of combining subcultures. With the Vans Warped Tour, which has been firmly established since 1995, Vans has established another monument. The successful worldwide festival combines (pop) punk music, extreme sports and the support of non-profit organizations such as Peta2, Feed Our Children NOW and Music Saves Lives like nothing else in the skating and music scenes.
But not only is supporting music dear to Vans, so is protecting and preserving the environment. As a skate label with roots in surfing and snowboarding, Vans knows the importance of nature for sports first-hand. For exactly this reason, the brand has launched the Vans Sole program. It’s founded on the pillars of environmental protection (Green Sole Operations), recycling and sustainability (Green Sole Product) and education (Street Sole).
With the opening of House of Vans in 2014, the traditional brand also breaks into the art scene and thus provides a creative collective in the London Underground skate, BMX, music and art scenes. Workshops, concerts and skate sessions are regularly held here in Waterloo Stations’ unique atmosphere. In the Vans brand shop at skatedeluxe, you’ll find the perfect shoes for your next round at the House of Vans skatepark.
Becoming a pro on the Vans Skate Team is basically equivalent to securing a spot in the Hall of Fame. Geoff Rowley, Jason Dill, Omar Hassan, Christian Hosoi, Steve Caballero, John Cardiel and Tony Alva are just a few names with legendary status that the Vans Skateboarding Team unites under one roof. Additionally, there are the current Vans pros like Daan van der Linden, Kyle Walker, Curren Caples, Lizzie Armanto, Dustin Dollin, along with a boatload of incredibly talented AMs and Pros. The Vans team is clearly a large family with deep, traditional roots in skateboarding.
Of course, Vans not only exhibits this with their large team, but also by their great commitment when it comes to tours, demos, events and supporting the skate scene- whether Vans Shop Riot, the Vans Park Series, or the countless contests, sessions, concerts and demos at the House of Vans in London. Even with over 50 years on the grind, Vans continues to step up their game. Lucky for us, because without Vans skate shoes and streetwear, skateboarding would be only half as colourful!
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