Quick Facts
- Photographer Atiba Jefferson took on a role as Brand Curator at Vans this year.
- His latest Vans Old Skool 36+ covers the tech-upgraded skate silhouette in black suede with olive accents.
- The Atiba Jefferson x Vans Old Skool 36+ Black Olive will be released October 16, 2025.
This content may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase through these links, we may earn a commission.
Photographer Atiba Jefferson took on a role as Brand Curator at Vans this year, and the legendary skate photographer has already dropped a photo printed Authentic colorway covered in shots of skater John Cardiel and Turnstile bassist Franz Lyonz that sold out immediately. Next up, Atiba is looking out for the skaters with a pair of Old Skool 36+.
The Atiba Jefferson x Vans Old Skool 36+ Black Olive covers the tech-upgraded skate silhouette in black suede on the toe, heel, and forefoot ollie patches, with black canvas covering the rest of the upper and a dark green olive Vans logo stripe bisecting the side panels. The olive green theme continues to the lateral heel logo and the pull tabs that run the length of the tongue and heel. Underfoot, the PopCush insole adds a soft landing to the classic vulcanized sole.
Jefferson’s Vans partnership has already given us one colorway of the Old Skool 36+ in monochrome orange that drops later this month. Just like the orange version, the Black Olive Old Skool 36+ features custom Atiba insoles with photos of skate legend John Cardiel and a co-branded Vans logo designed by graffiti and sneaker legend Eric Haze. Yeah, Atiba’s got pull like that.
The Atiba Jefferson x Vans Old Skool 36+ Black Olive will be released October 16, 2025 through Vans and select Vans retailers in-store and online. Available in men’s sizing, the retail price is set at $85. Download the Sole Retriever mobile app to stay updated on the latest releases, raffles, news, and more in the sneaker and streetwear world.
Zach Harris is a writer based in Philadelphia. His work has appeared in Rolling Stone, Vice, Complex, High Times, and more. He is obsessed with skateboarding and bowling. He is still looking for his first 300. For tips, reviews, and anything in size 10.5 - zach.h@soleretriever.com
