Vans x K-Pop Demon Hunters Fall 2026 Collection Drops September
Vans and K-Pop Demon Hunters are expanding their kids' footwear collaboration with a second seasonal drop featuring four character-specific designs. Set to release September 18, 2026, the collection translates anime aesthetics onto classic Vans silhouettes, including the Old Skool 36, Authentic Hi, and Classic Slip-On models priced between $65 and $75.
By Jordan Ellis
Design Details
The Fall 2026 K-Pop Demon Hunters x Vans collection distributes each character across a distinct silhouette, allowing for thematic design execution rather than uniform repetition.
Derpy claims the Classic Slip-On, rendered almost entirely in saturated blue. The toe box features fuzzy material layered with darker spots, a tonal play that distinguishes it visually while maintaining cohesion. Suede fills the sidewalls and heel counter; a yellow tag provides minimal contrast against the blue sole and upper.
Zoey's Slip-On takes a lighter, more graphically driven approach. Aqua dominates the forefoot, where a floral motif stretches across the toe box. Deep blue reclaims territory toward the heel, while yellow artwork wraps the heel counter and pink piping traces just above the white midsole.
Mira's Authentic Hi integrates black grid-patterned panels with a pink checkerboard toe box. Bright pink laces and coordinating piping establish visual hierarchy, while embroidered "VAN'TMISS" lettering and a blue mountain graphic occupy the sidewalls. Silver eyelets and metallic lace hardware add restrained detailing without visual crowding.
Rumi's Old Skool 36 employs the widest chromatic palette: royal blue, yellow, pink, and purple distributed across the upper. HUNTR/X and "SLAY" side patches anchor the design language, while a pink Vans stripe and yellow checkerboard toe box ground the composition. Purple laces and trim complete the execution.
The Collaboration Arc
This release represents the second installment following an initial July drop, signaling sustained investment in the K-Pop Demon Hunters IP within the Vans kids' category. By rotating silhouettes and character assignments, the brand avoids aesthetic fatigue while maintaining narrative coherence across the extended range.
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Release Info
The K-Pop Demon Hunters x Vans Fall 2026 Collection launches September 18, 2026, in grade school sizing. The Derpy Classic Slip-On, Mira Authentic Hi, and Rumi Old Skool 36 retail for $75 each; the Zoey Slip-On retails at $65. Distribution includes Vans directly and select retailers.
FAQs
When does the K-Pop Demon Hunters x Vans collection release? The Fall 2026 collection releases September 18, 2026, through Vans and select retail partners.
What silhouettes are included in the collection? The drop features four character-specific pairs across three Vans models: the Classic Slip-On (Derpy), Authentic Hi (Mira), Old Skool 36 (Rumi), and another Classic Slip-On (Zoey).
What are the retail prices for the K-Pop Demon Hunters x Vans shoes? The Derpy, Mira, and Rumi models retail for $75 in grade school sizing, while the Zoey Slip-On is priced at $65.
Release Info
Release Date: September 18, 2026
Retail Price: $65–$75 (grade school sizing)
Available At: Vans, select retailers
Models: Old Skool 36, Authentic Hi, Classic Slip-On
