CUSTOM. SINCE BEFORE THAT WAS A THING. Vans Customs have been a tradition since 1966, when Paul Van Doren made shoes with any fabric people brought by the shop. Today, the creativity is still in your hands, and our new wide sizing option means an even more Custom fit. Pick your shoe, pick your colors and patterns, and make them yours. The Classic Slip-On has a laid-back laceless canvas profile, padded collar, elastic accents, and Vans signature Waffle Outsole. And now they’re available in Vans Customs where each shoe can be personalized with leather and suede, and exclusive patterns available only in Customs.