PARRA REIMAGINES VANS OLD SKOOL FOR 2026 — Quick Facts
Parra's wavy suede paneling completely replaces the iconic Vans SideStripe with sculptural overlays. Premium construction features blue suede toe box, pink ankle waves, and asymmetrical orange heel detail.
Key Data Points
- Parra's wavy suede paneling completely replaces the iconic Vans SideStripe with sculptural overlays
- Premium construction features blue suede toe box, pink ankle waves, and asymmetrical orange heel detail
- Full-circle moment for artist who skated professionally for Vans in the Netherlands during the early 1990s
Frequently Asked
- What is Parra's new Vans Old Skool 2026 collaboration design?
- Parra reimagines the Vans Old Skool 36 with wavy suede paneling that replaces the iconic SideStripe, featuring a blue suede toe box, pink ankle waves, and asymmetrical orange heel details. The design creates 3D sculptural effects through layered, undulating suede motifs instead of traditional flat overlays.
- Did Parra skate for Vans professionally?
- Yes, Piet Parra skated professionally for Vans in the Netherlands during the early 1990s, making this 2026 collaboration a full-circle moment and homecoming for the artist.
- What materials are used in the Parra Vans Old Skool collaboration?
- The collaboration features premium blue suede for the toe box and lace stay, pink suede waves across the ankle, black medial panels, and orange suede heel counters, complemented by Sola Foam insoles made with bio-based materials.
- How does the Parra Vans design differ from the original Old Skool?
- The traditional Vans SideStripe is completely removed and replaced by Parra's signature wavy suede paneling with sculptural overlays, while asymmetrical design elements like contrasting black panels and orange heel details disrupt the familiar symmetrical silhouette.
- What special details are included in the Parra Vans Old Skool packaging?
- The packaging extends Parra's visual language with trippy linework that recalls his legendary Nike collaborations, while the shoes feature custom OTW logos on the tongue and dual branding on the insoles.