Why do these Vans cost more than those?

A beginner’s guide to Vans Anaheim.

Whether you find yourself in the Old Skool or Authentic camp (we’re not ignoring you, Classic Slip-On fans, we just know you have different needs), Vans have coasted through decades of evolving fashion uninterrupted. And who’s complaining? Sporting the same waffle sole and tried-and-trusted materials, they’ve retained their mantle as a one-stop-shop for minimal fuss footwear. So why do some virtually identical models cost more than others?

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Paying homage to Vans’ fabled Anaheim Factory - the brand’s original manufacturing facility in California - styles from the Anaheim collection feature subtle premium finishings. From a slightly higher foxing to the inclusion of UltraCush insoles (which as the name suggests are in fact ultra cushy), these details are a fusion of function and form that while easy on the eye, contribute to an all round smoother ride. For those with classic style and a taste for the finer things in life, Vans Anaheim models offer the best of both worlds.

Available now on THE ICONIC, this edit spotlights a trio of new release Anaheim Old Skools dressed in a timeless two-tone upper of premium suede and drill canvas. Take a trip down memory lane with hot-off-the-press Vans heritage styles that are never going out of fashion.

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