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Vans and FA World Entertainment’s Edgy Collab Aims to Boost Sales w/ Curse Word Line

Vans will be f*cking Awesome again
ShreddER November 4, 2023
FA x Vans
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Vans and FA World Entertainment have joined forces to launch a daring and unconventional collaboration.

The centerpiece of this partnership is using a well-known curse word on their products, an unprecedented step for a corporation.

The decision comes after Vans President Kevin Bailey openly expressed his belief that the brand's edgy spirit had become somewhat diluted over the years.

Vans has built its reputation on rebellious self-expression. Since its inception in 1966, the brand has always represented the "skater" attitude with a distinct, unapologetic flair.

However, in recent years, some felt this spirit had lost some of its raw authenticity.

Bailey acknowledged this sentiment, stating that the brand's "F*ck You" mentality had been somewhat watered down.

In response, Vans sought a partner to reinvigorate their brand since their sales plummeted 3% from January 2023 to August 2023. They finally found a way to help improve profit with FA World Entertainment.

Jason Dill and Anthony Van Engelen's business brings a bold and unconventional perspective to this collaboration.

The decision to incorporate a curse word into their products was seen as a way to recapture the rebellious, "punk-rock" essence that made Vans famous in the first place.

While using a curse word may not sit well with everyone, it attests to the ever-evolving nature of fashion and streetwear and the need for brands to stay true to their origins.

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