They were famous for manufacturing and selling shoes in the very same room. In the morning hours, they would take orders, and by the afternoon, the shoes were already ready for pickup.
The name "House of Vans" was coined by skateboarders in the early 1970s, who loved the brand's design and sticky soles. The first-ever Vans model was the "Authentic."
By the end of the 70s, Vans had 70 storefronts in California and was trading across the country and abroad. They also sponsored numerous skate competitions and eventually opened their own indoor/outdoor skate park.
On March 16, 2016, they celebrated fifty years of existence; over the years, they have released a multitude of new sneakers, as well as snowboard boots and surf shoes.
Today, Vans operates three of its own skate parks: in Orange (California), which was the first one they opened, Huntington Beach (California), and the House of Vans in London. They sponsor skateboarding, surfing, snowboarding, BMX, and motocross. Since 1996, they have also been one of the primary sponsors of the Warped Tour (a traveling rock festival). They remain deeply committed to quality and their recognizable aesthetic. Today, their offerings include lines of clothing, backpacks, bags, wallets, and other accessories. You can find a wide selection of their products right here at Wave Shop.
