Vans has released a range of shoes with sensory details for people living with autism.
The shoe and skatewear brand has created the range for kids and adults.
It includes things like fuzzy material, soft squishy tops and a calming colour palette.
The ComfyCush Old Skool has blue suede uppers, checkboard with red velvet hearts and a message on the back of each heel.
There’s a ComfyCush Slip-On PT style that has squishy check uppers in a grey tone with a hell-pull to make it easier to get on, and another with holographic water printed on top.
Specifically for children, there’s the ComfyCush New Skool V with a rubber toe cap for durability, a single-strap hook-and-loop closure for tightness and fit, a heel pull tab and a foam padded collar.
A minimum of $100,000 (£86,000) will be donated to A.skate, an organisation that allows children with autism to be part of the social world through skateboarding.
In a statement, Vans said: ‘Since 1966, Vans has stood as a champion of individuality and self-expression.
‘The brand’s commitment continues with the release of sensory inclusive footwear designs as part of the Autism Awareness Collection.
‘With this project, Vans celebrates the unique aspects of all people.
‘Designed specifically with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in mind, the ultra-comfortable footwear collection is offered with sensory-inclusive elements including a calming color palette and design features that focus on the senses of touch, sign and sound.’
The range is only available online from the US and UK stores now, with prices ranging between £20 and £80.
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source https://metro.co.uk/2020/03/19/vans-launches-range-sensory-shoes-people-autism-spectrum-12422823/?ITO=squid
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