Vans Old Skool hardly needs much introduction. The iconic silhouette has been an integral part of skate, music, and streetwear culture for decades and remains one of the most recognizable sneakers from Vans.
At Packyard, we've received the LX Old Skool 36 Souvenir in two colorways: Oatmeal and Faded Black. These are two interpretations of the classic Old Skool, where a more detailed and vintage-inspired aesthetic gives the familiar silhouette a new character.
Old Skool 36 – a Vans classic
Old Skool has its roots deeply planted in Vans' Californian skate history. The low silhouette, vulcanized sole, and distinctive Sidestripe have made the model a design that has moved far beyond the skateboard.
The LX Old Skool 36 builds on the original aesthetic with a focus on materials, details, and a construction that harks back to Vans' archives.
The result is a sneaker that feels familiar, yet has its own unique expression.
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LX Old Skool 36 Souvenir – Oatmeal
The Oatmeal version gives the Old Skool a bright and subdued look. The natural shades make the model easy to combine with the rest of your wardrobe, while the Souvenir details add something more special to the classic silhouette.
It works particularly well with washed denim, wide trousers, shorts, and earthy tones.
Highlights:
- Classic Old Skool 36 silhouette
- Light Oatmeal colorway
- Souvenir-inspired details
- Iconic Vans Sidestripe
- Vulcanized construction
A different interpretation of the Old Skool that still retains everything that has made the model a classic.
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LX Old Skool 36 Souvenir – Faded Black
Faded Black takes the model in a darker direction.
Instead of a completely clean black look, the faded finish gives the sneaker a more worn-in character that naturally aligns with the model's vintage references.
The darker aesthetic makes it easy to style with black and washed denim, workwear, and more relaxed silhouettes.
Highlights:
- Faded Black colorway
- Classic low Old Skool silhouette
- Souvenir-inspired details
- Vintage-inspired look
- Timeless Vans DNA
A sneaker with a more raw and muted look that only gets better as part of your daily rotation.
Two different interpretations of the same icon
The strength of the two LX Old Skool 36 Souvenir colorways lies in how differently they interpret the same classic silhouette.
Oatmeal maintains a bright, natural, and summery look, while Faded Black adds more depth and a darker, vintage-inspired look.
Common to both is the combination of Vans' skate history and the small details that make the Souvenir versions more than just another pair of classic Old Skools.
Find Vans LX Old Skool 36 Souvenir at Packyard
LX Old Skool 36 Souvenir Oatmeal and LX Old Skool 36 Souvenir Faded Black are now available at Packyard online and in-store.
Two new interpretations of one of Vans' most iconic silhouettes – with roots in skate culture and details that set them apart from the classic Old Skool.
