From its beginnings in a small Californian shop selling and making skate shoes for customers, Vans has stayed true to its roots. From day dot, they’ve designed skatewear reflective of their customer’s interests and tastes. And as an early pioneer of the skate subculture, Vans skate shoes were a huge catalyst in propelling the sport beyond its niche and turning skatewear into a streetwear staple. 

Providing skaters with superior grip and control of their decks, Vans shoes will help you outride your competition at the skate park and the style stakes with their high-quality fabrications and off the wall designs. Explore our collection today to find a silhouette to complement your ensembles in and out of the skate park.

 

Enjoy a smoother ride with Vans skate shoes

Whether you’re making your first attempt at a tricked out ollie or are a seasoned pro, the waffle pattern of the rubber outsole offers superior traction and control to make smoother turns and swift jumps with ease. Combined with its zero-drop form, you can enjoy an intuitive feel of your deck for a more agile ride. 

Every element of Vans shoes has been designed to accommodate longer rides. The thicker mould of the gridded outsole and robust nylon threading provides exceptional durability and flexibility that will hold up while you thrash your board at the skatepark, on railings or on street furniture.

 

Skate by in style with Vans in Australia

Matching the feeling of freedom you have riding your board, our unisex Vans skate shoes for men, women, and kids expand your wardrobe with an endless number of styles and colourways for you to choose from. With retro rockabilly influences, graphic prints and modern accents, a pair of Vans imparts a look unlike any other shoe on the market.

No skatewear collection can do without a classic pair of Vans Old Skool shoes. With its low top build, signature waffle outsole, reinforced toe caps to guard against scuffs, stitch detailing and the signature jazz stripe, it’s a design emblematic of skate culture. And for those who want additional ankle support, there’s also our collection of Vans SK8-HI shoes, with its high top design. 

 

The best destination to shop Vans in Australia

Designed to elevate your skating ability and streetwear look with unmatched flexibility and durability, browse our curated range of Vans shoes in Australia at Foot Locker today. You’ll find a great range of responsive and contemporary footwear that will provide you with an effortless glide while you’re on your board while looking great. 

  

FAQs

Are Vans good gym shoes?

Vans are ideal for workouts at the gym. The gridded waffle pattern of their rubber soles provides you with exceptional grip and stability for lifting weights and plyometrics. With their zero-drop build that provides a flat surface for your foot to stand in, you can get a better feel of your stance and improved traction to train confidently and safely.

 

Are Vans skate shoes any good?

Vans are the quintessential skate shoe that professionals and enthusiasts rely on. With superior grip, lightweight and flexible construction, Van skate shoes will propel you to make audacious ollies and kickflips. 

 

Are Vans shoes unisex?

All Vans skate shoes are unisex. With their robust construction and superior grip, you can enjoy a snug and secure fit, no matter the size and shape of your foot. With one vast genderless range, you have an endless number of designs and styles to choose from and mix into your wardrobe rotation.

 

How do I clean my Vans shoes?

When you’re busy soaring off ramps and grinding against rails, your Vans Old Skools will inevitably slowly dull with dirt and grime — it even adds a little personality and charm. But  to keep your Vans skate-ready, some occasional cleaning will go a long way to maintain them in their best shape for longer. To clean our classic canvas shoes, follow our simple and easy instructions:

1. Remove the laces
2. Use a soft-bristled brush to remove larger caked-on dirt
3. Using an eraser, rub off scuff marks off the white rubber strip
4. Brush a mild soap detergent into the canvas to help release dirt from its fibres
5. With a damp cloth, wipe off suds and any remaining dirt
6. Allow your Vans to completely air-dry out of direct sun and external heat sources

 

Where can I buy Vans shoes in Australia?

With a massive range of colourways and graphic prints to choose from, Foot Locker is the best destination to buy Vans in Australia. Whether you’re looking for the ultimate Vans skate shoe or a pair to elevate your streetwear, you can find it among our wide collection at any one of our retail locations or right here on our online store. Additionally, when you spend over $150, you can enjoy free delivery Australia-wide to your doorstep.