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 Authentic, Vans original and iconic lace-up, is a low-top made with durable canvas, metal eyelets, Vans signature Waffle Outsole and the iconic red heel tab. And now they’re available in Vans Customs where each shoe can be personalized with leather and suede, various lace and eyelet colors, and exclusive patterns available only in Customs.