Retro Lifestyle Sneakers

Vans Introduced Its New Varix WC Sneakers with WaffleCup Technology

Vans debuted its latest footwear model entitled 'Varix WC' with a retro design aesthetic -- the entire silhouette boasts nostalgic elements from early 2000s skate culture. This concept translates through its chunky design whilst also tapping some more contemporary design accents. There is a selection of three colorway options in total -- a multicolor one, a black option and a white option. Notably, the Varix WC sneakers are the first-ever lifestyle footwear piece that has incorporated WaffleCup technology.

The sneakers are constructed in three pieces, with a footbed that boasts UltraCush Lite elements to give it a comfortable soft feeling with every step, the aforementioned WaffleCup technology to elevate its sturdiness, a cold cement component, all of which rounds out with a vulcanized midsole, toe cap and heel clip.

Retro-inspired Sneakers
Opportunity for fashion companies to create designs that blend nostalgia with contemporary accents.
Wafflecup Technology
Opportunity for footwear companies to innovate and enhance shoe stability with the newly introduced technology.
Chunky Footwear Silhouettes
Opportunity for shoe manufacturers to capitalize on the popularity of chunky design aesthetics.

Sectors Adopting This

Fashion
Companies can incorporate retro design elements into their products.
Footwear
Manufacturers can implement WaffleCup technology to improve shoe stability and comfort.
Skate Culture
Companies can create products that cater to the skate culture niche market, while also incorporating popular design elements of the early 2000s.
SCORE
4.7 out of 10
GENDER
50% Men50% Women
MARKETTop markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa
GENERATION
  • Gen Alpha
  • Gen Z (primary audience)
  • Millennial (primary audience)
  • Gen X (primary audience)
POPULARITY
Popularity 79%
Activity 55%
Freshness 8%

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