5 Classic Men's Vans Shoes That Should Be In Every Wardrobe!

5 Classic Men's Vans Shoes That Should Be In Every Wardrobe!

The iconic Vans shoes were founded in 1966 in Anaheim, California, by the Van Doren Rubber Company and have since experienced a lengthy run as the predominant skating brand. Throughout the company's history, the Vans brand has launched several Vans sneaker styles, continuing to live on in sneaker lore to this day.

From the humble beginnings of twelve customers at the first store opening to being worn by skateboarders worldwide, the Vans sneaker brand is highly recognised and one to be reckoned with.

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If the Vans story isn't a raging success, we need to know what is! Here are five classic men's Vans shoes that should be in every 'mandrobe.'

Five Must-Have Classic Men's Vans Shoes For Your 'Mandrobe'

From 1966 to all the historic Vans men's shoe releases such as the Era and Old Skool, with the Vans Old Skool sneaker later becoming the shoe of choice for skateboarders the world over! As the brand began introducing newer collaborations and updating classic silhouettes, the Vans brand continues to make an impact on skate culture, infiltrating even street culture

Vans Authentic

The Vans Authentic shoe is the brand's debut style and was known as the #44 when it launched in 1966. The Authentic design is based on the Vans brand's first-edition deck shoes. Since the Vans Authentic shoes launch, they have been reinterpreted in a host of original, crazy, and playful colourways, making them one for the records and one to be added to your 'mandrobe.'

Vans Old Skool

The Vans Old Skool shoes were first launched in 1977 as "Style 36" and were the first to feature the brand's wavey side stripe, not to mention among the first to be marketed as footwear, particularly for skateboarders! Their extensive, international notoriety in the years that followed made them a brand to reckon with as the Vans Old Skool shoes continues to this day as one of the most worn monikers! These classics deserve some space in your 'mandrobe.'

Vans Slip-On Shoes

The Vans Slip-On is a classic take on a functional shoe that works best with casual and laidback attire. The slip-on was introduced in 1977 as style 98, with a black and white version appearing in the 1982 movie "Fast Times at Ridgemont High" as part of one of the character (Sean Penn's) wardrobe, putting the Vans Slip-On on the map and racking up sales like only a Vans can!

Vans Sk8-Hi

These Vans shoes were introduced in 1978 and were initially known as Style 38. The Vans Sk8-Hi is notable for its and high-top silhouette, adding a layer of protection to the ankles of skateboarding athletes.

Vans Era Shoes

The Vans Era was the first shoe designed in 1976 by skateboarders for skateboarders and was known as Style 95. This Vans shoe was built from the original Vans Authentic model and came complete with a few minor adjustments, such as padding to the collar. The Vans Era is also known as the sneaker that launched the "Off The Wall" logo.

And there you have it, gents, five classic men's Vans shoes that belong in your wardrobe, on your feet, and in your social life.

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