Behind the Hype: How the Vans Old Skool Influenced Skate, Art, Streetwear, and Beyond

Vans continues to be an influential brand within skateboarding, street fashion, art, and popular culture -- its iconic red logo is instantly recognizable across generations. However, one silhouette kicked the brand into high gear in terms of global reach and covetability amongst discerning footwear aficionados. The Vans Old Skool, accented with Vans' signature Sidestripe, established the footwear label's incomparable legacy. Since the release of the shoe, Vans has gone on to demonstrate longevit...