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The Star
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Star
Old Skool's New Future: Skate and Surf's Next Gen Take Over the Classic Vans Silhouette
Vans highlights athletes from the global skate and surf team to reimagine the Vans Old Skool, a signature skate that first debuted in 1977. The result: a quartet of Premium Old Skools that reflect each rider's sense of style. Two-time Olympic silver medalist Cocona Hiraki chose to honour her Japanese heritage in her design. The 16-year-old skateboarding prodigy included culturally inspired charms—like a fish that resembles the popular taiyaki pastry—on the removable friendship bracelet that adorns her shoe's swivelling Sidestripe. Hiraki's DIY-style Old Skool reflects her passion for drawing and making friendship bracelets to share with fellow skaters when she's on the road. Karina Rozunko is another artist-athlete using her creativity to stand out, on and off the board. A California-based traditional longboarder, Rozunko brings her vintage-meets-modern aesthetic to the iconic Old Skool, allowing the footwear to feel fresh without straying too far from the Vans silhouette the world knows and loves. The surfer's rendition makes waves with an asymmetrical wrap upper embellished with eye-catching metal hardware. Tania Cruz of Barcelona takes the Premium Old Skool in a different direction, a leather-clad one, to be precise. Her shoe features rub-away black leather that gives way to a bold red shade with repeated wearings over time. The choice of material wasn't merely aesthetic. Cruz, her crew, and anyone else who rocks this particular Old Skool get a look unique to them, representing every mile and memory they've made in their Vans. 'The Old Skool can be compared to a person who has scars from the past,' Cruz explained in a statement. 'We have to wear them with pride because they make us unique, strong, and different.' Rounding out the fierce foursome: New York skateboarder and model Efron Danzig . From walking the runway at the city's Fashion Week to tearing up the streets as part of boundary-pushing skate collective Violet, the multi-disciplinary creative makes doing it all look effortless. Adding 'innovative shoe designer' to her curriculum vitae, Danzig pulls from punk culture for her Premium Old Skool revamp. The Vans staple gets a feminine yet edgy flair with the maxed-out combo of corset-inspired lacing and twin silver buckles across the upper. The Downtown darling cited 'old New York rockers, trashy girls, Marie Antoinette, military, punks, and my friends who make clothes' as her coterie of influences on the heeled, full-grain leather look. The math is simple: one shoe and four visions add up to infinite possibilities for self-expression. It's only fitting that the athletes defining the futures of their respective sports should forecast the next steps for Vans with the New Future collection. By elevating the Old Skool through each of their perspectives, Hiraki, Rozunko, Cruz, and Danzig remind us that there's no 'right way' to be great. It's what being 'Off the Wall' is all about: forgoing the well-travelled path to tread a new one altogether. The Old Skool New Future collection will be available starting with Cocona's collection on starting August 14, andwill be made available at select Vans stores across the country.
IOL News
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- IOL News
Old Skool's New Future: Skate and Surf's Next Gen Take Over the Classic Vans Silhouette
Four Vans team riders bring their own bold twist to the staple silhouette for the New Future campaign. Vans highlights athletes from the global skate and surf team to reimagine the Vans Old Skool, a signature skate that first debuted in 1977. The result: a quartet of Premium Old Skools that reflect each rider's sense of style. Two-time Olympic silver medalist Cocona Hiraki chose to honour her Japanese heritage in her design. The 16-year-old skateboarding prodigy included culturally inspired charms—like a fish that resembles the popular taiyaki pastry—on the removable friendship bracelet that adorns her shoe's swivelling Sidestripe. Hiraki's DIY-style Old Skool reflects her passion for drawing and making friendship bracelets to share with fellow skaters when she's on the road. Karina Rozunko is another artist-athlete using her creativity to stand out, on and off the board. A California-based traditional longboarder, Rozunko brings her vintage-meets-modern aesthetic to the iconic Old Skool, allowing the footwear to feel fresh without straying too far from the Vans silhouette the world knows and loves. The surfer's rendition makes waves with an asymmetrical wrap upper embellished with eye-catching metal hardware. Tania Cruz of Barcelona takes the Premium Old Skool in a different direction, a leather-clad one, to be precise. Her shoe features rub-away black leather that gives way to a bold red shade with repeated wearings over time. The choice of material wasn't merely aesthetic. Cruz, her crew, and anyone else who rocks this particular Old Skool get a look unique to them, representing every mile and memory they've made in their Vans. 'The Old Skool can be compared to a person who has scars from the past,' Cruz explained in a statement. 'We have to wear them with pride because they make us unique, strong, and different.' Rounding out the fierce foursome: New York skateboarder and model Efron Danzig. From walking the runway at the city's Fashion Week to tearing up the streets as part of boundary-pushing skate collective Violet, the multi-disciplinary creative makes doing it all look effortless. Adding 'innovative shoe designer' to her curriculum vitae, Danzig pulls from punk culture for her Premium Old Skool revamp. The Vans staple gets a feminine yet edgy flair with the maxed-out combo of corset-inspired lacing and twin silver buckles across the upper. The Downtown darling cited 'old New York rockers, trashy girls, Marie Antoinette, military, punks, and my friends who make clothes' as her coterie of influences on the heeled, full-grain leather look. The math is simple: one shoe and four visions add up to infinite possibilities for self-expression. It's only fitting that the athletes defining the futures of their respective sports should forecast the next steps for Vans with the New Future collection. By elevating the Old Skool through each of their perspectives, Hiraki, Rozunko, Cruz, and Danzig remind us that there's no 'right way' to be great. It's what being 'Off the Wall' is all about: forgoing the well-travelled path to tread a new one altogether. The Old Skool New Future collection will be available starting with Cocona's collection on starting August 14, andwill be made available at select Vans stores across the country.
Perth Now
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
SZA named artistic director of Vans
SZA has been appointed artistic director of Vans. The 35-year-old singer has signed a multi-year creative partnership agreement with the footwear company, and her role will involve her reimagining and overseeing their upcoming campaigns, as well as designing and co-creating new production collections including shoe styles and new pieces that fit with her own style. She said in a statement: 'In Vans, I feel free. 'I've been wearing Knu Skools and other styles for years, they've always had an ethos I connect with. As artistic director, my mission is to show that joy, community, creativity and fashion are all still intersectional. "That humanity, culture and connection are still the access points. 'I've learned that bravery and curiosity are the cures for uncertainty; it's a lifestyle, and Vans champions that spirit. 'They stand where I stand, and I'm honored to invite a whole bunch of people to stand Off the Wall with us.' The partnership between SZA and Vans has been marked with a new campaign that pays tribute to one of the Crybaby singer's favourite designs, the black and white Knu Skool, which was originally designed in 1997 as a reimagined take on the classic Old Skool. The venture comes just a few months after SZA launched her own Not Beauty brand, beginning with a lip gloss. She said in a statement in April: "Not Beauty wasn't about me trying to enter the beauty market, it's about me filling a need, it's about me needing something that lasted as long as my show, as long as my conversation, as long as my date. "There was nothing that existed that did that for me and also made me feel moisturised. I don't know much about much, but I know a lot about lips, and I feel like Not Beauty is not beauty. It is just something that I wanted to share that worked for me and I hope works for you. It's really well made. It's awesome." She also shared on Instagram: "YALL ASKED FOR THE LIP COMBO AND ITS FINALLY HERE !!! I REPEAT THE LIP PRODUCTS IVE BEEN WEARING AND WORKING ON FOR YEARS ARE FINALLY HERE FOR EVERYONE TO TRY."
Tom's Guide
6 days ago
- Lifestyle
- Tom's Guide
Summer clearance! I've spotted 11 epic shoe deals on New Balance, Hoka, On and more
Looking for new shoes? Good news. You don't have to wait for a special sales event to upgrade your collection as Sun & Ski Sports are running their own range of discounts on almost 800 different pairs! So, now seems like a good a time as any to get shopping (as if we needed an excuse). With hundreds of footwear picks to choose from, I've narrowed it down to just 11 deals I'd recommend buying, ranging from top running sneakers, like On Cloudrift for just $119 to top summer support with a pair of Archies Flip Flops for just $32. So, whether you're hitting the trails, hitting the beach, or even hitting the sofa for a night in, I've got you covered with prices starting from just $19. But hurry, some of the items I've picked are selling out fast. It probably seems crazy to talk about heated anything during the summer months, but it's a great time to grab a bargain ready for later in the year. These battery heated slippers will keep your feet toasty during those cold winter nights (and days) and right now, they're half price! Three AA batteries is all you need to warm up the slippers and the thermal seal will make them last a lot longer, too. A more summer appropriate shoe are these flip flops, but what's especially good about them is the up to 2.2 cm of orthotic arch support and a stretchable strap to adjust width. Flip flops don't have to be uncomfortable and by molding to your feet, you'll feel happier wearing them all day long. I love my Birkenstock Arizona's and I'm a little bit tempted to buy another pair, especially at this price and in this eye-catching pastel color. They're super comfy and lightweight, as well as being shock absorbent, waterproof and kind to the skin. But hurry, at time of writing, most sizes were already sold out. Vans' Old Skool shoes are iconic low tops worth adding to your footwear collection. Not only are they stylish, but they're also focused on comfort with reinforced toe caps, supported padded collars and waffle outsoles. If you're yet to invest in some Vans, this 29% off deal is a good time to take the plunge. Running shoes don't have to cost you hundreds of dollars, in fact they can cost you just $54, thanks to this New Balance deal. The Arishi v4s are excellent shoes, supporting you with a Fresh Foam cushioned midsole, breathable mesh upper and durable rubber outsole. All for an excellent price. Merrell makes some of the best hiking boots we've ever tested and while we haven't tried out the Alverstone 2, they have a seriously impressive spec sheet. A waterproof membrane, breathable suede leather and Cleansport NXT for natural odor control are just a few of the reasons these are great boots for long hikes. But, an even better reason to buy them is that they're 39% off. These shoes were made for walking (and light running) both in and out of the city. They're light, breathable and ready for wherever your next adventure takes you. So, if you prefer long walks to long runs, these are an excellent pick covered in breathable mesh built for getting your steps in. The Hoka Clifton 9s are some of the best men's running shoes we've ever tried, especially for beginners. So, when we see any discount on them, we want to talk about it! They're comfy for any length of run, provide a smooth, rockered ride and are incredibly versatile to suit your running skills and needs. Now, just $119. For some serious women's running shoes, I'd recommend the Asics Gel Kayano 31 built to last long distances. Padded with lightweight cushioning and improved breathability, they even use a 4D guidance system to help provide adaptive stability. A lot of fancy footwork for just $124. When we reviewed the On Cloudmonster 2's back in 2024, we found the cushioning protective and stable and the fit very accommodating. So, if you're a fan of big cushion and a firmer-feeling running shoe, these are for you. And while there's four different colors available at this price, they're all selling out quickly. The Hoka Anacapa are some of the best hiking boots money can buy, especially for those looking to prioritize ankle stability. And the Anacapa 2 are an upgrade with more recycled materials and improved waterproofing and breathability. So, get comfy on your hikes and know you saved $50 in the process.
Hypebeast
17-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Hypebeast
A New Generation of Athletes Usher in the Future of the Vans Old Skool
Out with the old and in with the new – or at the very least, an update like no and favoritePremium Old Skool silhouettetruly lives up to its name, dating back to the '70s, but a modern makeover is in store and on the way for the low-top classic. Through a collaboration with Vans' very own star athletes,Tania Cruz,Karina Rozunko,Efron DanzigandCocona Hiraki, the Premium Old Skool skate-inspired shoe arrives in four new and improved iterations as part of the New Future campaign and collection. All about championing collective creativity from a new generation of boundary-breaking athletes, the New Future campaign, shot byGrace Ahlbom, spotlights each of their unique takes on the Premium Old Skool silhouette. Every pair packs a punch of personality for skaters and surfers alike while weaving in bits and pieces of their passions outside of their respective sports. For some, like Hiraki, that meant designing her pair of kicks with a removable friendship bracelet and Japanese-inspired charms as an ode to her preferred pastime, bracelet-making. For others, such as Danzig, who doubles as a pro-skateboarder, poet, model and artist, fashion was the focus of her version of the Premium Old Skool. An alternative flair meets haute couture with the shoe's heeled cupsole, sleek silver hardware and corset-derived lacing. Keeping in step with the punk pattern Danzig set, Argentina native Cruz's approach to Vans' fan-favorite style features a bold black rub-away leather that later reveals a rich red underneath. Designed with her and her skate crew in mind, with the custom fade-away colorway, no pair of Cruz's Premium Old Skool Vans is exactly alike. Rounding out the New Future campaign is San Clemente surfer, Rozunko. Throwback-inspired accents meet a custom metal hardware, a nod to her jewelry-making hobby, creating a statement silhouette – fit for on-and-off board styling – unlike any other. Each silhouette designed by Vans' star athletes speaks to their identities inside and outside the skatepark and whether they're hitting the waves or not. In a conversation with Hypebeast,Cocona Hiraki,Tania Cruz,Karina RozunkoandEfron Danzigspeak on their career trajectories and the New Future campaign and collection. Continue scrolling to read the full conversation. Hypebeast: Tell me about the inspiration and process behind your Old Skool design. How does it reflect your personality, style and identity? Karina Rozunko:The Old Skool was about balance — something familiar, but not too polished. I added silver hardware because that's where my head was at, working with metal, designing jewelry. The creeper toe and the asymmetry… [it] just felt right. I wasn't trying to overthink it. It had to feel like me. Tania Cruz:Designing my own Old Skool silhouette was also pretty crazy, that was another dream of mine. The process was both challenging and rewarding. In the end, it was an amazing experience to see it come together and I'm really happy about it! Efron Danzig:[I was] excited to have the opportunity to design something with Vans, and I've always worn their shoes since I was a kid.I wanted to make a Vans shoe [that] I can wear out when I'm not skating. Something cute but a little tough. Cocona Hiraki:I've always worn Vans and to me, they feel like a part of my identity. I love fashion and mixing shapes/colors with little tweaks that can make things fun and stylish. When I thought about what makes me 'me' I knew I wanted to cherish the things I've continued to love. So instead of breaking away from the classic Old Skool style, I blended my roots and personal expression into the silhouette, then added some sparks of current inspo through color and stitching. It was a new experience for me and I had so much fun working with the Vans design team, to make my visions come to reality. It was a fun process, and I feel like it helped me grow and refine my sense of style. Beyond skating and surfing, you express your creativity in other ways. Why is having a creative outlet outside of surfing and skating important to you? ED:I think a lot of [the] practices, [being an artist, musician, model and poet], intertwine [and] can be done simultaneously, while some need their own space. It's good to have different outlets. You can say something with a poem that you obviously can't say with a skateboard. KR:Surfing's always been the center. [Those] other outlets — fashion, film, jewelry — they're just different ways to say something without [using] words. I got into it naturally, being around inspiring people and in places that give me space to create. When I'm not in the water, I still want to feel that same flow. CH:Since I was little, I've always loved creating things, whether it's skating, making accessories, or drawing. I enjoy being able to shape and color something the way I imagine it. Color is so important in skateboarding too, right? Whether it's park design or fashion. I've always loved wearing accessories and one of my favorites is making bracelets out of thread. You can make them anywhere as long as you have thread and they're an easy gift that makes people happy. So, I'm always making them. Tania and Cocona, you've both carved distinct paths in the world of skateboarding — one of you becoming a two-time Olympian and a rising of Japan's skate scene at just 16, the other building a global skate and art community rooted in creating safe spaces from La Rioja to Spain and beyond. How has your journey in skateboarding shaped your identity and why was it important for you to make space — whether on a global stage or within your community — for yourself and others? CH:I wanted to meet Lizzie Armanto, and to accomplish that, competing at the Vans Park Series became my goal. Since then, I've been skating with all my heart, and when I look back, everything that's happened has brought me to where I am today. Wearing Vans while skating has become a part of my lifestyle. I continue to do something I love because of the people I've met; the Vans riders who inspired me, the support from my family and friends and everyone I've connected with through skateboarding and being involved with Vans. Just like I once admired Lizzie, I'd be happy if someday a kid looked up to me and started skating because of that. TC:For me, it's always been important to create a safe space in skating. Since I was little, I've used skating as an escape and a refuge and I found plenty of friends and a family there. But, [like] many others I also went through unfair situations. That's why I've always tried to speak my truth and look out for the younger girls and everyone around me. Skating gave me so much and I want others to feel safe and experience the same sense of belonging. What does it mean to you to be part of the Vans family? How was it meeting and connecting with the other athletes through this experience? KR:Being part of the Vans family means being part of something bigger. I've been with Vans for over eight years — it's been part of the years that shaped me. The culture here is real — rooted in creativity, freedom, and respect. These people feel like family. Meeting amazing people I might not have connected with otherwise, you realize it's all about shared passion. It's real. CH:I started skateboarding and fell in love with Vans. This led to me wanting to meet Lizzie Armanto and setting my sights on the Vans Park Series and all of that led to the incredible moment of becoming part of the Vans family. It's such a blessing to grow and keep pushing myself alongside other skaters who share the same goals. Skateboarding is deeply connected to art, fashion and music. I continue to be inspired by skaters from around the world and artists [as well]. It's opened so many new worlds for me. I feel like this journey will just keep expanding. And I think it all started with that one first step to my dream of becoming a Vans rider. Vans champions originality, boundary-pushing and staying true to yourself. In what ways do you feel you embody that spirit as an athlete? TC:I think I do it by just being myself. For me skating is one of my ways to express myself and I've always tried to push my own limits without comparing myself to others. Of course, we all get inspired by so many other people but it's good to remember that every one of us is unique in our own way. ED:I'm happy with myself, I don't need to try [and] be anything I'm not. I try to follow my intuition. Get ready to shop Vans' New Future collection today starting withCocona Hiraki's Premium Old Skool silhouetteand see below for all upcoming releases. Premium Old Skool ™ by Cocona Hiraki drops July 17 Premium Old Skool ™ by Karina Rozunko and Tania Cruz drops September 4 Premium Old Skool ™ by Efron Danzig drops September 10
