Introducing the Charms Pack

The Premium Authentic celebrates its legacy with charms, sequins, vibrant laces, and endless self expression.

2026-01-28

Vans Authentic and Old Skool Charm pack laid out on a white background.

The Charms Pack arrives as an embellished take on Vans’ most iconic silhouettes, blending rich textures, unexpected pairings, and elevated craftsmanship. Leading the drop is the Premium Authentic Charms in three colorways, Black/White, Green/Blue, and Red/Navy.

 

Designed to celebrate craft and self-expression, the Charms Pack subverts familiar cultural fashion cues while staying rooted in Vans’ heritage. Each style feels collected and personal, pairing classic construction with playful details that invite customization and individuality.

Vans Premium Authentic 44 Charms.

The Premium Authentic Charms draws from the legacy of the Style deck shoe, now widely known as the Authentic, first designed in 1966—the same year the Van Doren Rubber Company was founded in Anaheim, California. Nearly 60 years later, the silhouette continues to stand apart, defined by its durable construction and signature waffle outsole made from thick crepe rubber. The Premium Authentic Charms carries that legacy forward through modern craftsmanship and expressive design.

 

Each pair features a removable charmed keepsake alongside a splattered and distressed sidewall, evoking the look of a traveled, memory-holding sneaker. Sequin-striped quarters add texture and contrast, while an extra set of attached laces in a variety of colors offers versatility and personalization.

 

Rounding out the range, the Premium Old Skool Charms brings a tactile update to the iconic sidestripe silhouette. A playful mix of textural tweed blends wraps the sidestripe, complemented by sequin patches on the heel and toe for added dimension.

Vans Premium Authentic Charms stacked on top of each other on a white backdrop.
Premium Authentic Charms on a white backdrop.
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The Premium Authentic Charms in Black/White and Green/Blue are available in select Vans retail stores and online at Vans.com on Thursday, January 29. The Premium Old Skool Charms will drop later this year.

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Find Charm Pack Near You

Below is a list of select Vans stores where this style may be available in store. Quantities may be limited. See the store locator for store details and contact information.

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About Vans 

 

Vans®, a VF Corporation (NYSE: VFC) brand, is the leading skateboarding and original action sports footwear, apparel, and accessories brand. Vans® authentic collections are sold in more than 100 countries through a network of subsidiaries, distributors, and international offices. Vans® has more than 2,000 retail locations globally including owned, concession and partnership doors. The Vans® brand inspires and empowers everyone to live “Off the Wall” embodying the youthful spirit of freedom, non-conformity, and relentless drive to push culture across action sports, music, art and design.Vans, “Off the Wall” Since ’66.

 

 www.vans.com

 

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