Vans: The Californian Sports Shoe Brand

It was back in 1966 that three action sports enthusiasts teamed up to create the Van Doren Rubber Company. In the brand’s first store, the very first Vans model—the Vans #44, known today as the “Authentic”—was sold. The unique feature of this pair: it was made on the same day after each order.

From the very beginning, Vans set its sights on skaters as its main audience. By 1976, Vans had already become a reference in the skate scene. That was the year the Era was released, the first authentic Vans, designed for skate legends Stacy Peralta and Tony Alva. Among its must-have models are the classic “Slip-On,” as well as the black-and-white checkerboard version famously worn by Sean Penn in the 1980s.

At Courir, you’ll find collections like the SK8-HI, Old Skool, Authentic, and Knu Skool. Feel free to filter by your favorite colors. You can also check out the Vans clothing line, as well as our full selection of Vans for men and Vans for women. Do your kids love trendy sneakers? They’ll definitely find something they love among the Vans available exclusively on our site. With plenty of new arrivals and discounts, you’re sure to fall for one of the most fashionable Vans models of the moment.