Vans

Paul and Jim Van Doren, along with Gordon Lee, were the original designer/owner/founders of Vans. Originally known as Van Doren Rubber Company, Vans was founded on October 28, 1966 in the city of Woodland Hills, California. Vans has been heralded as the original skate shoe, instantly becoming a cult hit and endorsed by pro skaters such as Christian Hosoi and Steve Caballero .