Vans honour the iconic checkerboard and the 50th birthday of the brand by reinterpreting the coveted motif in the limited edition “Checkered Past” collection. Launching through Vans’ premium label, Vault by Vans, this deluxe 10-piece assortment expresses the iconic pattern as handwoven leather craftsmanship across footwear and accessories.

We all know that the checkerboard is Vans FULL stop and a sacred emblem in Vans’ 50-year history, appearing on cherished footwear forms since the brand’s family-owned years as the Van Doren Rubber Company to its modern-day status as a global icon in action sports, music, fashion and art. The “Checkered Past” collection pays tribute to this design heritage with a series of Original Classic styles and Leather Checker Bags. Traditionally seen as a print, luxurious leather materials refine the checkerboard pattern as an intricate woven arrangement across Vans’ storied silhouettes. In the line-up of Original Classics, the OG Classic Slip-On LX and OG Sk8-Hi LX drop in black, white, blue and multicolored checkered bangers. The Leather Checker Bag looks so dope and will be needed for some serious match ups . 

To truly commemorate the brand’s anniversary, Vault by Vans releases the “Checkered Past” collection on March 16 – Vans’ 50^th birthday – at select boutique accounts around the globe.

Stay up to date on Vans’ 50^th anniversary at http://www.vans.com