Valentino and Vans: the star sneaker collaboration of fall

12 Sept 2025

Valentino unveiled its new collection , designed by Alessandro Michele , during Paris Fashion Week Fall/Winter 2025-2026 . The house immersed the public in an atmosphere that was both intimate and collective: a transformed restroom, entirely repainted in a flamboyant red, from floor to ceiling. This space, blurring the line between the intimate and the public, created a unique atmosphere, suspending time for both the show guests and the spectators behind the screen. Beyond this striking staging, one detail captivated everyone's attention: some of the models wore Vans sneakers .
Valentino and Vans, the most coveted sneaker release of 2025
The sneakers in this collaboration, the Vans Classics and Vans Authentics , combine the iconic Vans checkerboard with a Valentino twist . The traditional checkered patterns are revisited in an alternating color palette, where Valentino 's "V" logo is subtly integrated into the design. There are versions in various colors: black and green, black and pink, black and red, but above all, a particularly remarkable pair, in red, white and blue, where the logos of the two brands intersect with a strong message: "I Love My Vans."
While this collaboration doesn't have a release date announced yet, the excitement surrounding these limited editions suggests that these models will be a huge success. Alessandro Michele has proven in the past that he knows how to reinvent classics with finesse, and this collaboration could well breathe new life into cult Vans models , propelling them as an alternative in a market increasingly inclined towards quiet luxury .

Alessandro Michele and Vans: a long history
Launched in 1966, Vans is a true pillar of urban and skate culture, and has established itself as an iconic brand throughout the decades. It is now a symbol of streetwear culture, worn by entire generations. By collaborating with major brands and artists, from Off-White to Banksy , Vans has always managed to remain relevant in the fashion world. Moreover, the artistic director of Valentino , is no stranger to this type of collaboration. During his time at Gucci , he was able to combine the worlds of streetwear and luxury, notably with the Vans Vault x Gucci collaboration .