Vans slip-ons

What to wear?

Slipons, which are very popular today, have a 40-year history. The name comes from the English slip on, that is, shoes that “stretch” without any extra effort. Slip-ons usually do not have laces or clasps. The most popular are the Vans brand models.

Actually, the Van brothers are the founders of the popularity of this piece of clothing. This extremely comfortable and no less stylish shoes appeared in the late 70s of the last century from Southern California. A little earlier, in the late 60s, the brothers founded a tiny shoe factory without laces. She had a vulcanized sole, while the upper part was made of canvas.

Today, little has changed. Slip-ons of snow-white canvas are considered as classics. For those puzzled over the choice of model, it is recommended to start with them.

And although the slip-ons today are represented by many manufacturers: from the Chinese brands no name to Louboutin and Yves Saint Laurent, it’s still worth starting with Vans. Today, many slipons wear: girls and women, boys and men. Students, businessmen, middle managers - an epidemic of comfortable and stylish shoes has covered virtually all social strata.

The motion picture "Careless Times in" Ridgemont High, "released in the late 80s, gave this shoe unprecedented popularity, thanks to the main character, who literally did not take off his checkered slip-on shoes throughout the whole plot. After viewing this picture, all the teenagers, and behind them the older people, rushed into the stores for slip-ons.

Also, these shoes are associated with representatives of the Emo subculture, which was popular in the late 1990s and early 2000s. All the emo wore slip-ons. Mostly pink or black.

Today, slipons are decorated with rhinestones and various patterns. Red models are extremely popular. Men like to wear without socks, although sometimes with free-style suits, with shorts and short pants. Women recently addicted to the way: dress + slipona. Many mods prefer loafers and topsiders.

What to wear?

Many dudes today prefer slip-ons at any time of the year. It should be noted that slip-ons do not limit modern mods to sports style. And although the prototype of the slipons is sports sneakers, this is by no means sports shoes. It can be combined with casual or street style clothing. This is not the entire list of women's clothing that looks great with slips:

Summer jeans.
Cropped trousers;
Short shorts;
Short skirts;
Long buoys;
Mini dresses;
Dress to the floor.

Men excellently combine slip-ons with:

Tracksuits.
Cropped trousers;
Shorts;
Casual costumes, etc.

The main rule is not to wear pretentious and complex accessories. If you’ve selected slip-ons with a colorful pattern, rhinestones, or an ornament that has been fashionable over the past few seasons, then it’s best to choose a single-tone outfit. After all, no one wants to look ridiculous in slip-ons in a cage and a suit with a floral pattern.

The monotony and conciseness of some models of slipons makes it easy to choose clothes and accessories for your pair.

Next, it is worthwhile to dwell on the model with laces. To wear or not to wear? Laces on slips is just a decoration. After all, the main principle of this shoe is convenience and simplicity.

The beige Alife model deserves special attention among all the slipons with laces. As you know, beige is the base color with which to choose the right clothes and accessories is much easier.

This season, Vans offers the following models for men:

Classic slip-on swords remain top sellers.

Fans of bright shoes should pay attention to the models of Nintendo, Free Bird, Late Night, etc. Such models are worn with a single outfit. After all, the emphasis in the image is already on the shoes.

For the modern image of an office worker who is not constrained by the strict dress code of the company, the following models are perfect: Suede Checkers of all colors, Braided Suedes, Classic Slip On and Mixed Suiting.

If you still want to buy a model with laces, then you should look at Chauffeur SF black, brown, as well as the combined colors (blue and brown), Rata Vulc SF gray, which look very stylish.

Reptile Slip On and Bali SF are made for luxury lovers.

To stand out from the crowd is enough to put on a pair of Embossed Stringray, which will eclipse everyone around with their brilliance. These shoes will look great in a disco or a party with friends.

Leather models are suitable for both casual and office wear. They will be indispensable in the wardrobe, thanks to a combination of brevity and convenience. They can be worn with a suit or denim jacket with casual trousers.

Today’s models are very popular, as they were 20 years ago. Black and white and mustard-white colors beat sales records. They look great on the beach, on a walk in the park or at a party. They can be combined with light-colored trousers, denim trousers or shorts. Also, this model will look good with linen trousers.

Hipsters prefer models that emphasize their individuality: Moroccan Geo, Stitch Checkers in blue, Indigo Tropical or Custom Culture 2015.

Slip-On Pro in blue, Mens Slip-On SF in blue and white and Beach Brigade Blue will look great with dark-colored trousers and a light-colored shirt. You can also choose a light jacket with a dark shade. In such a dress is not ashamed to appear at a party, a date with a girl or go for a walk around the city.

Most men choose denim pants, and the slip-ons of models are perfect for them: Bali Sf in brown, Embossed Stingray in burgundy, and Rata Vulc SF in silver.

One of the basic rules of the combination of slip-ons with clothes - no ties! Also, many dudes like to wear these shoes without socks, you can read advice on wearing slip-ons on bare feet in many fashion magazines. However, the vulcanized sole will make itself known after the first wear, as it does not breathe. Accordingly, no peculiar smell can be avoided. Invisible socks ending at the ankle would be ideal.

If we talk about women's sleeves, then the options for combining clothes and accessories are much more.

The first thing that comes to mind is boyfriend jeans and cropped trousers.

Butterfly Slip-on models in gray colors with drawings of butterflies, classic black and white checkers, white Perfe Suede-On or Classic Slip-on models are perfectly combined with shortened black trousers or other dark, rich shades, and skinny trousers "Or free jeans.

In continuation of the "trouser" theme: slipona look good with overalls. Whether leather, denim or overalls from another fabric, the slipona will give the image some freedom and a “flying gait”. Perfect for creating an image in a casual style with slip-ons of Classic Slip-on models in white or pink, Italian Weave, Wool Stripes, Solana SF with laces in Desert Floral Black and Coral colors.

Flower lovers can purchase Womens Slip-on SF in Desert Floral White or Moroccan Geo in Black / True White. These models will suit trousers in a dark and light shade. Since they already have a drawing, it is recommended to pick up clothes of one tone to them in order not to make the image too “patterned”.

Create a feminine image, which at the same time will be comfortable, will help a dress or skirt not classic cut. Thanks to their versatility, the slipons contributed to the creation of a new trend: dress / skirt + slipona. This image is often found in the photos of street-style. As can be seen from the previous paragraphs: for monophonic clothes, slipons are monophonic or decorated with patterns, for colored clothes only monophonic slipons! Therefore, do not be afraid to experiment. Skirts below the knee, short or long will look important this summer.