Premium Beaters: The Old Skool 36 Goes Through the Wringer

have been showing a lot of pre-love to the as of late. These two new additions arrive with scuffed midsoles and distressed uppers to be worn as badges of honour.

The ‘Floral Black’ colourway looks like an unruly grandson took an X-Acto knife to the family heirloom couch. Full-grain leather overlays on the toe cap, lacestay, and heel provide a welcomed premium touch to the silhouette, while metal rivets and worn midsoles bring a hardcore energy to the botanical textile midpanel.

Distressed canvas appears on the upper of the ‘Silver/Grey’ colourway, to really drive home its punk-inspired vibe, and tears with frayed edges live up to the ‘shredding’ nature of its skateboarding roots. The battle-scarred Jazz stripe screams of many late nights spent jumping into mosh pits. Both pairs are completed with Vibram waffle outsoles to ensure traction and durability for all the rebellious days to come.

After the reached top tier levels of fandom, the brand’s premium line continues its hot streak. ‘Pearlized’ versions of the silhouette have sold out instantly, so fans will need to be war-ready if they hope to score these latest instalments. The Costa Mesa-based company has figured out the formula, and they don’t look to be switching it up anytime soon.

Both pairs are set to release through the Vans site on November 13, with the ‘Floral Black’ and ‘Silver/Grey’ colourways priced at $160 and $145 respectively.

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