VANS TAKES AN EDGY TWIST WITH ITS OLD SKOOL 36 RELEASE

Vans has released its latest iteration of the Old Skool silhouette: the Old Skool 36 “Souvenir”, a premium take inspired by a cult Chanel messenger bag aesthetic. The shoe recently launched via Vans.com, with a broader rollout at select retailers on August 8. Priced at $125 USD, it merges heritage design with elevated craftsmanship.

This edition pays homage to Chanel’s SS15 “On the Pavement” Graffiti Messenger Bag. The design features a spray-painted canvas upper, brown leather overlays on the toe cap, heel, and eyelets, and a multicolored tweed side stripe, nods to vintage high fashion reinterpreted through skate culture vernacular. Decorative Vans-themed pins, metallic eyelets, and a pre-aged midsole complete the look, making the pair feel like a collectible keepsake.

The Old Skool 36 platform itself, which is part of Vans OTW’s premium offering, updates the 1977 classic with improved build quality and performance features. Meanwhile, other variants like the Old Skool 36 FM have experimented with knit uppers, 3D TPU Jazz stripes, and foam cushioning, blending tech-driven innovation with cultural design influence.