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Rest In Peace, James Van Doren. Skaters Will Forever Be Grateful.

The mastermind of Vans Shoes, James Van Doren, has unfortunately passed away at the age of 72.

He died from a long affliction with cancer, but leaves a legacy of fashion greatness behind.

Vans, the shoe of the skater, is known for it's trademark waffle sole. This feature makes it almost impossible for a skater to slip off his board. It's also just pretty cool.

James' nephew, Steve Van Doren remembers him:

He was a mechanic, a chemist, the brains behind the early shoe. In his garage, he made all the molds for the very first soles.

Vans gained widespread popularity when they were featured on Sean Penn's feet in Fast Times At Ridgemont High.

Now everyone wears them, from SoCal skaters to Upper East Side rappers.

Thank you, James Van Doren. You made such a contribution!

[Image via AP Images.]

Tags: death, james van doren, rip, shoes, skater style, skaters, vans

Life Is A Mystery On Your Feet

We needed these like yesterday!

MadeMe designer Erin Magee has teamed up with Vans for some Madonna inspired sneakers.

The shoes have been dubbed "Life is a mystery", after Madge's hit song Like A Prayer and feature white crosses on the sneaker and inside the high-top.

The holy kicks hit shelves this holiday season.

Tags: crosses, erin magee, high tops, life is a mystery, like a prayer, mademe, sneakers, vans

Vans Bringing Yo Gabba Gabba To Kids' Feet!

Exciting news for Yo Gabba Gabba fans!

Vans has announced they are launching a children's footwear line featuring the characters of the hit Nick Jr. show.

The shoes will be available for both boys and girls in the shoe company's most popular styles: Classic Slip-on and Sk8-Hi Deconstruct.

Parents can expect to see Muno, Foofa, Brobee, Toodee and Plex in stores this November.

Tags: brobee, childrens shoes, dj lance, foofa, kids footwear, muno, november, plex, toodee, vans, yo gabba gabba