Vans
Vans story began with Paul Van Doren opening his doors, 1966 in California.
Unique in its time Van Dorens company provided manufactured shoes on premises that were sold directly to the public. Their Rugged make-up and sticky sole, quickly caught the attention of skaters all over the States, appointing Vans to be the number one shoe associated with skate culture. Today, it is hard to find anyone who doesn't own a pair, and there is no reason not to.