The Van Doren Rubber Company opened in 1966 as a small shoe store in Southern California and grew into the globally recognized Vans brand. Founder Paul Van Doren believed in pursuing his passion and shaped Vans into a thriving brand over four decades while staying true to its skateboarding roots. The Vans Authentic Lo Pro shoe was inspired by Vans' signature Authentic style but features a low profile design, making it a closet staple available in bold colors for women.