Vans are a staple in skate culture and street style, and this skate sneaker is no exception. Introduced in 1977, the Vans Old Skool sneaker is a classic in the Vans collection. Full of attitude, the Old Skool is durable and lightweight. Vans classic skate shoe - and the first to bare the iconic side stripe, has a low-top lace-up silhouette with a durable suede and canvas upper featuring a padded tongue, lining and Vans signature Waffle Outsole.