Vans x BAPE®

Vans x BAPE® Reveal a Knu Skool

2026-07-09

Vans and BAPE® celebrate their shared influence on youth culture and streetwear with a footwear collaboration centered on the iconic premium Knu Skool silhouette.

Image of the Vans X Bape Knu Skool shoes in pink and purple floating with a camo background.

The Knu Skool's exaggerated proportions merge with BAPE®'s signature camo print, iconic STA logo and shark tooth detailing. Available in Color Camo Black and Color Camo in pink, purple, green, the style features suede overlays paired with canvas panels printed in BAPE®'s iconic camo pattern, while a 3D Sidestripe™ fuses two globally recognized design languages.

Image of the Vans X Bape Knu Skool shoe floating with a grey background.

Details throughout the shoe underscore the partnership’s attention to craftsmanship and storytelling. A custom Ape Head lace keeper sits atop wide laces with A Bathing Ape® branding incorporated into the rubber sidewall. The design stays true to the Knu Skool's roots, featuring an oversized tongue, padded collar and a bold, low-top profile. Underfoot, a mega checkerboard sole pays tribute to Vans' heritage, while the brand's signature waffle outsole continues to deliver the durability that has defined Vans since 1966.

Vans x BAPE® will retail for $150 and will be available beginning July 15 on vans.com and at the following Vans stores: Amsterdam Kalverstraat, Australia, Beijing Hopson One, Beijing Taikoo Li Sanlitun, Chandler Fashion Center, Changsha IFS, Chengdu Taikoo Li, Fifth Avenue*, Glendale Galleria, Guangzhou Parc Central, Hangzhou Hubin In77, International Plaza, Japan, Korea, Lenox Square, London West End, Los Cerritos Center, Madrid Calle Montera, Milan Brera, Milan Orefici11, Paris Le Marais, Rome Via Del Corso, Scottsdale Fashion Sq, Seoul Lotte World Mall, Seoul Seongsu, Shanghai, The Grove*, Victoria Gardens, Westfield Valley Fair, Zhengzhou Zhenghong Lanbaowan.

*Raffle

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

About A BATHING APE®

A BATHING APE® (BAPE®) exists to challenge expectations, champion outliers, and elevate expression. BAPE®️ pushes the boundaries of fearless expression. Born in the heart of Harajuku, Japan in 1993, BAPE®️ has been a symbol of Japanese street fashion for more than 30 years. BAPE®️ is known for its iconic motifs, original patterns, and characters such as the “APE HEAD,” “BAPE CAMO,” and “BABY MILO,” and more.

With over 40 stores globally, BAPE®️ is a worldwide beacon of elevated streetwear. To serve the dimensions of its growing community, the brand has created expanded lines, including “MR. BATHING APE,” “AAPE BY A BATHING APE®️,” “BAPY®️,” “APEE,” and “BAPE BLACK®️”. Beyond apparel, BAPE®️ creates art, furniture, toys, and more, allowing fans to experience the brand in every aspect of their life. BAPE®️ continues to push the boundaries of expression through its products and product lines, co-creating with brands and creatives, shaping culture, and elevating creativity across the pillars of fashion, art, and music. BE FEARLESS.

BAPE® OFFICIAL SITE: www.bape.com

BAPE® JAPAN OFFICIAL INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/bape_japan/

BAPE® US OFFICIAL INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/bape_us/

BAPE® EUROPE OFFICIAL INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/bape_europe

BAPE® KOREA OFFICIAL INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/bape.korea

Vans x BAPE®

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