Vans Online-Shop

Vans Online Store – Skate Clothing and Shoes Sale

In the Vans online store of Play Skateshop, you'll find classic Vans shoes like the Old Skool, Sk8-Hi, Slip-On, Authentic, and Era. Vans sneakers are true icons of skate culture, legendary and cult favorites. In our skate shop, we also offer a selection of the best Vans skate shoes designed for skateboarding, as well as the latest Vans sneaker models, all available for purchase online at the lowest prices.  

A selection of Vans clothing is also available for online purchase.  
In addition to T-shirts and hoodies featuring authentic logos and artistic illustrations, Vans has integrated true technical expertise into its clothing for men, women, and juniors.  

The Vans Online Shop at Play Skateshop also offers a range of Vans accessories, including caps, beanies, socks, and sunglasses.  

Whether it's clothing or accessories, signature design elements such as the checkerboard pattern, the Vans "Off The Wall" logo, or the iconic Sidestripe are part of the distinctive aesthetics found in Vans products.

Vans Classics Shoes – Stylish Sneakers with a Vintage and Timeless Look

The Vans Classics range includes traditional models in basic or more creative versions with the signature waffle sole, such as the Authentic, Era, Old Skool, Sk8-Hi, Sk8-Low, and Slip-On. It also features newer Vans sneakers like the Knu Skool and Hylane.

Vans Skateboarding Shoes – Style and Performance with Vans Skate Classics and Pro Signature Models

The premium Vans Skateboarding range features upgraded classic models designed for skateboarding or BMX, as well as Vans Pro Signature shoes. The Vans Skate Classics, such as the Skate Old Skool, Skate Sk8-Hi, and Chukka Low Sidestripe, offer modern features like highly durable materials and energy-return cushioning soles.  

This technical innovation is even more advanced in the Vans Pro Signature skate shoes, including models like the Rowan, Kyle Walker, Chima, Gilbert Crockett, and Skate Half-Cab.  
You can easily purchase the latest Vans Skateboarding Pro models and Vans Skate Classics online from the Vans Store at Play Skateshop.

Vans Skate Team – From Legendary Pros to the Best Riders Today

As one of the biggest skate shoe brands, Vans boasts a renowned and versatile skateboarding team. It includes legends such as Tony Alva, Geoff Rowley, John Cardiel, Omar Hassan, Steve Caballero, and Christian Hosoi, as well as contemporary talents like Tyson Peterson, Anthony Van Engelen, Andrew Allen, Brighton Zeuner, Kyle Walker, Curren Caples, Lizzie Armanto, Elijah Berle, Gilbert Crockett, and Rowan Zorilla.  

Through their experience and feedback, Vans pro skaters contribute to the design of the Vans Skateboarding shoe range, which you can order online from the Vans store at Play Skateshop.

History of Vans Shoes

Vans was born in the USA on March 16, 1966, at 704 E. Broadway in Anaheim, California. Paul Van Doren and three partners opened their first store, The Van Doren Rubber Company, which manufactured shoes on demand and sold them directly to the public. On the first morning, 12 customers bought the first Vans Style 44 shoe, now known as the Vans Authentic.  

The company grew in the 1970s, introducing new materials like canvas and mukluks rubber under contracts with the U.S. Department of Defense and the U.S. Air Force.  

By the early '70s, Californian skaters adopted Vans for their aesthetics and the grip of their soles. In 1976, the Style 96 was introduced—an upgraded version of the Vans Authentic with better cushioning. Designed with input from legendary skaters Tony Alva and Stacy Peralta, it became the first Vans skate shoe to bear the name Vans Era.  

This era also saw the birth of the "Off The Wall" logo alongside other iconic models such as the Vans Old Skool (Style 36), Slip-On (Style 98), and Sk8-Hi (Style 38). With padded collars and different color combinations, the Vans Era became the shoe of choice for a generation of skaters. In 1979, thanks to skateboarding and BMX, Vans Slip-Ons became extremely popular in Southern California. By the late 1970s, Vans had 70 stores in California and was expanding nationally and internationally.  

In 1980, Paul Van Doren began stepping back from daily operations. During this time, Vans started creating shoes for various sports, including baseball, basketball, and skydiving, aiming to compete with major athletic shoe brands. Vans Slip-Ons gained international fame when Sean Penn wore them in the 1982 cult film *Fast Times at Ridgemont High* and more recently in the series *Squid Game*. In 1994, Vans began manufacturing shoes overseas, allowing for the development of new skate shoes and sneakers that reflect current urban fashion trends.

Vans: A Brand That Supports Street Culture with a Commitment to Sustainability

Vans extends far beyond shoes, skateboarding, and streetwear. Since 1995, the Vans Warped Tour has brought together young artists and their fans for concerts, providing a platform for underground music genres like rock, punk, metal, rap, and electro. Meanwhile, House of Vans venues offer artists, skaters, and creators a dedicated space to express their work.  

On the sustainability front, Vans is committed to multiple environmental initiatives. By 2030, the brand aims for all its key materials (such as rubber, cotton, leather, and polyester used in its shoes) to come from renewable, responsible, or recyclable sources. Additionally, Vans plans to cut its CO₂ emissions by 30% by 2030 while continuing to implement further environmental goals and initiatives.