Vans and Proenza Schouler: Redefining Wearable Luxury
A Fusion of Art and Skate Culture
Vans has teamed up with the luxury fashion house Proenza Schouler to create the Vans x Proenza Schouler Puffy Slip-On. This collaboration blends Proenza Schouler’s artistic influences with Vans’ rich skateboarding heritage. The result is a unique take on the Classic Slip-On. The reimagined silhouette showcases exaggerated proportions and fine leather materials, offering a fresh take on wearable luxury and modern craftsmanship. This partnership highlights how two distinct worlds can come together to create something truly innovative and stylish.
Craftsmanship Meets Skate Heritage
Creative Directors Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez of Proenza Schouler are excited about this collaboration. They believe that a shared appreciation for strong design and fine craftsmanship informed the entire project. Their vision was to reinterpret the iconic Slip-On using Proenza Schouler brand codes. The result is a shoe that seamlessly blends the elegance of high fashion with the ruggedness of skate culture. This project is a testament to how brands can merge their unique identities to produce something that resonates with both their audiences.
Capturing Urban Elegance
The campaign, shot by Alessio Bolzoni and styled by Thistle Brown, brings the Vans x Proenza Schouler Puffy Slip-On to life. The visuals contrast the soft, luxurious texture of the Slip-On with the gritty, urban elements of New York City. Available in three colorways—ecru, black, and resin—the Slip-On features a custom Proenza Schouler footbed and sleek glossed sidewalls. These details elevate the shoe from a simple Slip-On to a statement piece that reflects both brands’ commitment to quality and style.
Available Now: Where to Buy
The Vans x Proenza Schouler Puffy Slip-On is now available in ecru and black on vans.eu and proenzaschouler.com, retailing for €200. The resin colorway will be exclusively available at proenzaschouler.com and the Proenza Schouler Flagship Store in New York. This release is part of Vans’ OTW (Off The Wall) sublabel, dedicated to pushing the boundaries of product design and experiences. This collaboration underscores Vans’ commitment to celebrating skateboarding as a cultural disruptor, blending it seamlessly with the avant-garde approach of Proenza Schouler.
Vans and Proenza Schouler: Redefining Wearable Luxury
