How to wear Vans like a pro

The key to tackling life “Off The Wall” is to wear Vans with confidence. We built this brand back in 1966 in the hills of Anaheim, California, to inspire people to conquer the unexpected headfirst. After all, the Vans #95, known as the Era, has endless different colour combinations and has long been the shoe of choice for a generation of skateboarders. Even in 2021, the signature Era shoe was re-released with a blueprint graphic to further satisfy a modern audience.

As you consider how to wear Vans, consider three specific elements: the size, style, and design of the shoe. Before you reach for your board, our experts will explore how to dress with Vans and what to wear with your new favourite Vans shoes.

Yes, you can wear Vans with sweatpants for a night in or a day out. From Sk8-Hi's to authentic originals, keep an eye out for key features, including the material of your loungewear, the style of the hem, and the length for optimal fit.

With many people working from home in recent months, loungewear has become a total must-have. While some shoes are too formal to wear with sweatpants, Vans are an on-trend alternative to classic trainers. Complete the look with a sweatshirt, tank top, or a simple, crisp white t-shirt.

Vans pair well with all styles of denim. While they are easy to style with jeans, you can wear the same pair of Vans for both casual and formal events. Keep an eye out for key features, including the style of the jeans you’re wearing, whether your Vans are hi-top or low-top shoes, and the colour of the shoes.

If you are not quite sure where to start, consider wearing High Top Vans with your favourite pair of skinny jeans. Then, layer a denim jacket over a white t-shirt to further capitalise on this season’s denim trend.

Red Vans are considered neutral casualwear and can pair well with both formal and casual outfits. For instance, both ripped jeans or polished high waisted trousers work well. Pay close attention to colours, and be sure to coordinate other accessories around your red Vans.

For a bit of inspiration, Pinterest boards have ample content surrounding styling red Vans authentic shoes. If “view this pin” isn’t quite your thing, take style inspiration from celebrities including Justin Bieber and Maroon 5 frontman Adam Levine, who have worn the Vans Era 2-Tone Checkered Sneakers in a striking red.

White Vans and denim are the definitions of street style. White Vans are ubiquitous among celebrities and skaters alike and can be styled in an endless number of ways. From dark denim to a mini dress, you really can’t go wrong when styling white Vans shoes.

The beauty of black Vans is that they go with anything and everything. Whether you prefer a laid-back, contemporary look or prefer a more elevated approach, you can rock the black and white Old-Skool Vans or the classic authentics all day, every day.

To start, consider pairing your black Vans with matching black skinny jeans and an on-trend leather or denim jacket. Although black Vans were made famous by professional skaters, don’t overlook formalwear. Consider wearing black Vans with a pair of socks to dress down a sleek suit. Just be sure to keep other accessories to a minimum.

Vans skate shoes are a style staple in any man’s wardrobe, and it’s easy to see why. Comfortable, on-trend, and built to last, Vans shoes can work well with any outfit. As you style these versatile shoes, keep in mind they work well for casual and formalwear.

If you tend to keep it classic, wear your Vans with a classic collared shirt or buttoned down oxford and skinny jeans. For a more casual approach, layer a crisp white t-shirt over your favourite pair of distressed denim jeans.