Vans Celebrates 50 Years With a Premium Woven Checkerboard Slip-On

Off the wall, in style.

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Vans is celebrating its 50th birthday in style, but they sure haven’t forgotten one of its most iconic styles. The checkerboard Slip-On is a Vans signature, and the brand is giving this model a premium look for its anniversary. Decked out in supple leather, its iconic checkerboard design is made with woven strips in a style reminiscent of the brand’s collaboration with Barneys last year. Priced at $140 USD, this will be a pair for keeps.

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