Summary
- The low-top sneaker is covered in premium leather.
- The exclusive release will not be available for sale.
After relaunching its beloved kicks with COMME des GARÇONS, Vans joins French leather goods expert Au Départ on a luxurious Authentic sneaker made exclusively for friends & family.
The classic Vans Authentic model gets a premium rebuild courtesy of Au Départ, covering the low-top sneaker in its signature monogram leather. First introduced in 1910, the brand’s geometric pattern plays with dots, stripes, and squares, resulting in a patriotic design inspired by France’s natural outlines.
Often used across Au Départ’s signature travel bags, the tri-hued leather takes over the Vans Authentic — converting an everyday staple into a statement piece emitting opulence and class that crosses borders.
Take a closer look at the Au Départ x Vans Authentic F&F collaboration in the gallery above.
