In 1966, the Van Doren Rubber Company opened up for business in Anaheim, California. Vans' simple canvas shoes soon became a staple at the beach and throughout Orange County.
In the mid-70s, the first skateboard-specific shoe, the Era, was born. Within a few years, the Vans side stripe first adorned the Old Skool and the Sk8-Hi came to represent a look that still epitomizes the surf and skate scene.
Today Van's create new versions of the earliest Van's "Classics" with original and updated designs each season. With a strong heritage in an action sports, Vans prides itself in being grounded in youth, authenticity and individual style.
In 1966, the Van Doren Rubber Company opened up for business in Anaheim, California. Vans' simple canvas shoes soon became a staple at the beach and throughout Orange County.
