For Spring 2026, OTW by Vans continues to expand its collaborative partnerships with OAMC, showing silhouettes reimagined through Vans’ heritage DNA. The silhouettes are transformed using substantial material upgrades.
The capsule centres on two key models, the Authentic Oxford and the Half Cab SP Boot, both of which depart from the brand’s traditional skate shoe roots and push into hybrid territories.
The Authentic Oxford reinterprets one of Vans’ most recognisable silhouettes with a composed profile that nods to formal footwear while still staying true to OTW by Vans’ progressive design direction. The upper is constructed in a heavyweight canvas.
Dual-lace options allow for personalised wear, giving a form of freedom to toggle between a traditional Oxford aesthetic or a relaxed open configuration. Underfoot, a Vibram 262k Bifida outsole replaces Vans’ classic vulcanised sole. This is combined with a leather footbed and OrthoLite® cushioning.
The Half Cab SP Boot begins with Vans’ legendary 1992 Half Cab silhouette, a part-skate, part-lifestyle icon, but elevates it into a more technical territory. The structured canvas upper has been reinforced with performance-oriented details such as a built-in zipper pouch near the collar, a layered hook-and-loop paneling with embroidered branding and robust hardware. Footing for the Half Cap SP Boot is thought of as well. This pair features a Vibram outsole for traction and stability. Comfort technologies such as a Sola Foam ADC insole are added for cushioning.
Both pairs are made from a heavyweight canvas and suede overlays, while co-branded hardware and reinforced stitching ensure longevity. The shift from vulcanised rubber to Vibram tooling underneath highlights one of the most notable technical upgrades, giving the pairs enhanced grip and durability.
