VANS CHARMS PACK CHANNELS CHANEL LA HABANA

## Vans Steals From Chanel's Playbook As Vans enters its landmark 60th anniversary in 2026, the brand is shifting toward high-fashion storytelling with the new Vans Authentic Premium "Charms" pack. Drawing direct inspiration from the highly sought-after Chanel La Habana bag from the 2016/17 collection, this is the skate brand's clearest luxury house reference yet. The move makes sense. The Premium Authentic Charms draws from the legacy of the Style deck shoe, now widely known as the Authentic, first designed in 1966—the same year the Van Doren Rubber Company was founded in Anaheim, California. Nearly 60 years later, the silhouette continues to stand apart. Why not dress it up? The pack consists of three distinct colorways: an olive green, a clean white and a red-white-and-blue edition that most closely mirrors the original Chanel aesthetic. MSRP: $105 USD, available now through Vans. ## The Details That Matter Each pair is adorned with striped sequin detailing along the lateral sides and utilizes rugged canvas across the upper. To lean into a customized, DIY look, Vans has applied artistic paint splatters to the toe boxes and a pre-distressed finish to the midsoles. The connection to the La Habana bag is solidified at the heel, where metal bolts mimic the bag's hardware. Living up to the "Charms" namesake, the sneakers feature vibrant paracord laces and a detachable metal keychain decorated with dice, globes, and other eclectic trinkets. Each pair features a removable charmed keepsake alongside a splattered and distressed sidewall, evoking the look of a traveled, memory-holding sneaker. Sequin-striped quarters add texture and contrast, while an extra set of attached laces in a variety of colors offers versatility and personalization. ## What's Next This Vans Authentic Premium "Charms" trio will also be joined by a series of Old Skool Premium styles slated for a February launch. A playful mix of textural tweed blends wraps the sidestripe, complemented by sequin patches on the heel and toe for added dimension. The Charms pack signals Vans testing higher price points with premium materials and luxury references. At $105, it's positioning itself between core line pricing and true luxury collaborations. Smart positioning for a brand that's watched Supreme flip its silhouettes into hype objects for years.