Vans is bringing the pearl-covered Old Skool 36 back in red, giving the archival skate shoe another dressed-up look for Holiday 2026.

The Vans Old Skool 36 Pearlized “Red” first appeared during Paris Fashion Week. Red canvas makes up most of the upper, with a darker red suede used around the toe, eyestays, and heel. White stitching cuts through the tonal setup, while cream laces add to the older, slightly worn look.

Pearls and crystals are worked into the white Jazz Stripe and then scattered across the toe, tongue, and heel. They come in different sizes, mixed with silver eyelets and smaller metal studs. There is a lot going on up top, but the Old Skool 36 shape itself is still easy to recognize.

The sole gets the same aged treatment. Vans uses a white midsole with darkened spots and scuffing around the edges instead of leaving it bright and untouched. It fits with the cream laces and keeps the shoe from looking overly polished.

This is not the first time Vans has used the pearl treatment on the Old Skool 36. A navy version released earlier in 2026, and the look has since become a recurring part of the model’s recent lineup.

The Vans Old Skool 36 Pearlized “Racing Red” is set to release December 10, 2026 on Vans.com for $130.

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