Vans Old Skool Metallic Shoes. Classic Old Skools with sparkling metallic laces. The Old Skool has never been lacking in the attitude department. It brought the dawn of the classic Vans side stripe that has developed into a status symbol of tradition and skate stature. Aside from all that personality, they have lasted as long as they have because of their ability to perform on a skateboard, and to last, and last. Canvas upper. Padded collar. Rubber waffle outsole. Imported.