In With The Knu. Oversized laces and puffed-up ’90s attitude on Vans’ signature sole. Born in ’98, the Knu Skool took inspiration from the iconic Old Skool to create something entirely its own. Oversized laces, a puffed tongue, and a plush collar captured unapologetic ’90s style, all grounded on Vans’ signature vulcanized sole.