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Vans drops collection for sensory-sensitive consumers

13/03/2020
Vans has developed a range of footwear designed for consumers with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Elements of the shoes are sensory-sensitive, such as a calming colour palette and features that focus on the senses of touch, sign and sound.

For example, one pair has blue suede uppers and an encouraging special message on the backs of each heel. Another has a squishy check upper in a cool-toned grey with a heel-pull for easy-on capabilities, while a similar style focuses on sight to feature a holographic water printed upper and blue twill sidewalls. 

A shoe made exclusively for kids and toddlers has a rubber toe cap with added vamp overlay for durability, a single strap hook-and-loop closure for equal tightness and fit, pull tab for ease of entry, and a foam padded collar.

Vans said it worked with the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards to create the designs. A portion of the proceeds from the collection will go to the A.skate Foundation, which introduces skateboarding to kids with Autism through acceptance, therapy and education. 

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