Born in Anaheim, California in 1966, the Authentic is the original Vans heritage style. Originally known as Vans #44 Deck Shoes, the Authentic became an immediate cult icon, and has embodied our Off The Wall attitude ever since. Constructed with a simple lace-up profile, the Love Letters Authentic combines our classic low top shoe with sturdy textile uppers and a graphic checkerboard print inspired by retro postage stamps. This time-honored silhouette also includes metal eyelets and signature rubber waffle outsoles. Vans original low top shoe Lace-up closure Sturdy textile uppers Allover print Metal eyelets Signature rubber waffle outsoles Size 8