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Vans and Better With Age Launch Customizable Sneakers at Dover Street Market London

other · 2026-05-13

On May 15, 2026, Vans will unveil a creative collaboration with Better With Age at Dover Street Market London. This partnership features a reimagining of two iconic Vans models: the LX Authentic 44 in navy and white, showcasing a sun-faded upper and aged sole, and the LX Half-Cab 33 crafted from black suede, complete with a yellowed sole and a custom leather kiltie tassel. Customers on launch day can personalize their purchases with vintage patches and brass letter beads, creating unique pieces. Additionally, Better With Age will showcase its Spring/Summer 2026 collection, a retrospective t-shirt archive book, and an exclusive collaborative t-shirt. Enola Gay will perform live from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, with a broader global release of the collection later this month.

Key facts

  • Vans and Better With Age collaboration launches 15th May 2026 at Dover Street Market London.
  • Two models: Vans LX Authentic 44 (navy/white) and Vans LX Half-Cab 33 (black suede).
  • On-site customization with vintage patches and brass letter beads from 3:00PM to 5:00PM.
  • Better With Age SS26 collection, t-shirt archive book, and exclusive t-shirt also launch.
  • Live performance by Enola Gay from 5:00PM to 7:00PM.
  • Global release via Better With Age later in May 2026.

Entities

Artists

  • Enola Gay

Institutions

  • Vans
  • Better With Age
  • Dover Street Market London

Locations

  • London
  • United Kingdom

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