The Vans x Space Molly collection blends skate heritage with cosmic imagination, bringing a playful and futuristic twist to three iconic silhouettes.
What to know
- Vans reunites with POP MART and artist Kenny Wong for the second chapter of the Vans x Space Molly collaboration
- Three silhouettes return with space-themed storytelling: Old Skool, Authentic and Knu Skool
- Details include galaxy prints, metallic accents, bold graphics and collectible keychains
- A special scratch-card promotion offers the chance to win an exclusive POP MART doll in select stores across Europe
A Collaboration Built on Imagination
Vans teams up once again with POP MART and Kenny Wong to expand Space Molly’s interstellar universe. This second chapter, titled “Off the Planet,” pushes the character into a new orbit while staying true to Vans’ Off The Wall DNA. The story revolves around creativity, exploration and fearless expression — values that resonate with both skateboarding and Wong’s artistic world. Space becomes a symbol of freedom, mirroring the mindset skaters adopt when they fall, try again and chase perfection.
Three Classics Reimagined
The collection integrates the Old Skool, Authentic and Knu Skool, each infused with space-meets-street details. The Old Skool arrives with soft palettes, metallic elements and subtle galaxy touches. The Authentic takes a darker, skate-centric direction, combining black tones with graphic elements inspired by the wear and tear of a skateboarder’s journey. The Knu Skool delivers the boldest look, mixing exaggerated shapes with playful Space Molly artwork for a statement piece that feels both nostalgic and futuristic.
Across the trio, Vans incorporates textures, prints and collectible accessories that elevate each model. Galaxy patterns, metallic finishes, pastel contrasts and keychains make every pair feel like part of a wider narrative — one that celebrates character, creativity and exploration.
Storytelling Through Design
The collection carries a message deeper than its colorful aesthetic. It represents the freedom to imagine without limits, the courage to explore new spaces and the willingness to express individuality. Kenny Wong’s interpretation of skateboarding emphasizes the beauty of progress through failure — broken boards, missed tricks and hard falls that eventually lead to mastery. The footwear reflects this artistic viewpoint by blending resilience, curiosity and style in a way that feels authentic to both skate culture and the Space Molly universe.
Exclusive In-Store Experience
To mark the release, Vans activates a scratch-card promotion across select stores in Europe. Shoppers who purchase items from the collection have the chance to win an exclusive POP MART doll, turning the drop into a collectible moment for fans. Locations include Amsterdam, Barcelona, Bilbao, Birmingham, Cologne, Glasgow, Milan, Paris, Rome and others, bringing the collaboration to major cultural hubs.
Looking Forward: The Vans x Space Molly Impact
This release highlights how Vans embraces storytelling while staying rooted in skate culture. By mixing character design with footwear innovation, the brand continues to explore new creative spaces. The Vans x Space Molly collaboration reinforces the idea that sneakers can be art, culture and imagination combined — carrying skate heritage into a new cosmic chapter.
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