Vans is an American manufacturer of shoes, based in Cypress, California, The company also produces apparel and other products such as T-shirts, hoodies, socks, hats, and backpacks.
As of August 2013, the brand is active in the actions sports industry and sponsors skateboard, surf, snow, BMX, and motocross teams. Since 1996, the company has also been the primary sponsor of the annual Vans Warped Tour traveling rock festival.
The name House of Vans is coined Early 70s Skateboarders who like Vans’ rugged make-up and sticky sole are seen sporting for the first time and is showcased on the windows of the Anaheim location.