# Designer-Approved Skateshoe Silhouettes The Vans x Proenza Schouler Collab Was Highly Anticipated By Kalin Ned | Published 2024-06-06 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vans-x-proenza-schouler References: [proenzaschouler](https://www.proenzaschouler.com/collections/vans-x-proenza-schouler) The [Vans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/valentino-x-vans) x [Proenza Schouler](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/proenza-schouler1) delivers a series of colorways that are deeply influenced by art and design. By partnering with the New York-based womenswear and accessories label, Proenza Schouler, which was founded by designers Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez, Vans brings a strong degree of sophistication to the skate world. The Vans x Proenza Schouler collaboration reimagines the [Classic Slip-On silhouette](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/engineered-garments-x-vans). The Vans x Proenza Schouler Puffy Slip-On introduces exaggerated proportions and fine leather materials, reflecting wearable luxury and modern craftsmanship. Shot by Alessio Bolzoni and styled by Thistle Brown, the campaign juxtaposes the Slip-On's soft texture with urban elements of New York. Available in ecru, black, and resin colorways, each Slip-On features a custom Proenza Schouler footbed and glossed sidewalls. Image Credit: Alessio Bolzoni ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.6/10 - Popularity: 72% | Activity: 71% | Freshness: 24% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Designer-sneaker Collaborations:** Collaborations between high-fashion designers and sneaker brands elevate streetwear aesthetics and introduce new luxury standards to casual footwear. - **Art-inspired Colorways:** Introducing colorways deeply influenced by art and design offers a unique and culturally enriched appeal in skate and casual wear markets. - **Exaggerated Silhouette Footwear:** Footwear with exaggerated proportions provides an avenue for brands to differentiate from traditional designs and cater to contemporary fashion trends. ### Who This Affects Most - **Luxury Streetwear:** The fusion of luxury elements with streetwear creates new market opportunities for premium casual apparel and accessories. - **Fashion-forward Skatewear:** Integrating modern craftsmanship and high-fashion into skatewear can redefine the market by appealing to both skaters and fashion enthusiasts. - **Collaborative Fashion Campaigns:** Collaborative campaigns that blend high-profile photography and unique styling can captivate diverse consumer segments and enhance brand prestige. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Collab Fashion Trainers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/valentino-x-vans.md) - [Fashion-Inspired Skate Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/old-skool-36-souvenir.md) - [Streetwear Skate Remixes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-future.md) - [Café Collaborative Skate Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vans-and-papergirl.md) - [Textural Collaborative Bold Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/passport-1.md) - [Collaborative Bright Skate Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/old-skool-36.md) - [Retro Hiking-Detailed Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/slip-on-rs.md) - [Harajuku-Inspired Slip-Ons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/harajuku-punk.md) - [Bold Collaborative Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sr-studio-la-ca-x-vans.md)