Lizzie Armanto is the only woman whose name is currently on an iconic skateboard shoe, but she doesn't set out to make a women's skate shoe. Instead, she wanted to offer something completely different to a wider range of skateboarders whose needs weren't being met. So when we decided to create Lizzie's first signature skateboard shoe, we listened carefully and found out what she needed to progress. The result is our most inclusive shoe yet.
Lizzie wanted a shoe that represented her completely: from a slimmer fit tailored to the shape of her foot to a thinner outsole for a closer connection with her board and improved flexibility. The shock cushioning of typical skate shoes made Lizzie feel like she was floating above her board. So Vans created a new, lower profile insole to eliminate the gap. The Kids Little Lizzie also features a new vulcanized construction with a low-profile sidewall reinforcement strip, an exposed rounded outsole edge and flex grooves for a stable, broken-in feel. Additionally, the universal fit includes the perfect amount of EcoCush™ cushioning, increasing board feel for a wider range of skaters. And to top it all off, a new 3D-embossed DURACAP™ toe and side stripe provide even more durability in high-wear areas, while an all-new micro-embossed tread and Sick-Stick™ rubber provide maximum grip.
Because Lizzie is also passionate about preserving our planet, her signature shoe was given the Vans VR3 Checkerboard Globe designation, meaning it follows strict shoe material guidelines for all major components and was designed and manufactured to have a reduced carbon footprint compared to Vans canvas shoes.
