Vans is adding another Pearlized Old Skool 36 to the lineup for 2026. This navy pair follows the same setup we’ve seen on the other releases, with the pearls doing most of the talking.

Most of the upper stays dark and pretty simple. Navy covers the canvas and suede, while the SideStripe gets dressed up with small pearl and crystal-like details. That is really the main thing that changes the look of the shoe.

The midsole has a worn finish again too. It gives the pair that slightly beat-up look Vans has been using on these Pearlized releases instead of making everything feel too clean.

Outside of that, it is still very much an Old Skool 36. The shape stays familiar, the color setup is easy to read, and most of the attention stays on the SideStripe.

The Vans Old Skool 36 Pearlized “Navy Blue” releases November 19, 2026 through Vans.com and select retailers. The retail price is set at $130.

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