Key Details
Release Date: October 20, 2026
- Releases October 20, 2026 in three colorways
- You can buy it online, through global retailers, or at the Kiko Kostadinov flagship stores in London, Los Angeles and Tokyo.
- The upper pairs genuine tumbled leather with sandwich mesh and a TPU band taken from the archival Crocs Genna
The Crocs VAALS x Kiko Kostadinov releases October 20, 2026 via Kiko Kostadinov and select retailers. The details are reported and have not been confirmed; Crocs has not announced a price.
The shoe first appeared on the runway at the Bulgarian designer’s Fall/Winter 2026 menswear presentation in Paris. It reworks the look of Crocs with traditional shoemaking and technical detail.
Release Date, Price and Where to Buy
Crocs VAALS x Kiko Kostadinov
Colorway: “Black”, “Kelp” and “Yellow Sand”
Price: TBA
Release Date: October 20, 2026
Status: Reported
Crocs VAALS x Kiko Kostadinov Design
The VAALS starts with an oblong toe and wrapped saddle stitching. The upper pairs real tumbled leather with sandwich mesh that lets air through. A custom moulded TPU band runs across the shoe as a nod to the archival Crocs Genna. An adjustable toggle bungee lacing system and a heel pull tab complete the build.
Which Colorways Does the Crocs VAALS x Kiko Kostadinov Come In?
The VAALS comes in three colorways: “Black,” “Kelp” and “Yellow Sand.”
Frequently Asked Questions
Where Can You Buy the Crocs VAALS x Kiko Kostadinov?
It is available through global retailers, online, and at the Kiko Kostadinov flagship stores in London, Los Angeles and Tokyo.
What Cushioning Does the Crocs VAALS Use?
The VAALS uses Crocs’ proprietary LiteRide footbed over a rugged rubber outsole. It is built for lightweight everyday support.
Where Was the Crocs VAALS First Shown?
It debuted on the runway at Kiko Kostadinov’s Fall/Winter 2026 menswear presentation in Paris. The campaign was shot by American artist Jim Mangan near Crocs’ headquarters in Boulder, Colorado.
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Images via Kiko Kostadinov.
