When you think of California in the late 1970s, your mind no doubt conjures up images of long-haired kids in back-to-front baseball caps, carving up empty swimming pools on skateboards. It was the dawn of skate culture; one of the few youth movements to truly stand the test of time, and there’s one brand that has been an integral part of the scene from the start. For the last 40 years, Vision Street Wear has been drawing inspiration from street culture, skate culture and underground music, managing to stay true to its roots while still pushing boundaries. The legendary label’s unique approach has made it the sponsor of choice for world class pro-skaters such as Mark Gonzalez, Duane Peters and Lance Mountain to name a few, and with an ever-growing presence on early vert ramps, Vision Street Wear began to garner more and more loyal fans. Today, the label is regarded as one of the most iconic within skating circles – and it’s never been easier to get your hands on key pieces from the brand’s threads. Its new collection – a 26-piece range featuring essential outerwear, tracksuits and jerseys that eschew fleeting trends and are designed to outlive seasonal boundaries – is available now in select Topman stores and online at topman.com.

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Navy Track Top And Bottoms Set

As the line between sportswear and skatewear becomes increasingly blurred, the tracksuit has found a new audience. This functional, sports staple is now the preferred uniform for streetwear aficionados and skaters alike, offering comfort and cool in equal measure. For its new collection, Vision Street Wear’s take on this modern classic features a branded zip pull, white piping detail throughout and signature ‘VISION’ branding, emblazoned on the lower back. Buy Now: £110.00

Black Blur Print T-Shirt

Streetwear and skate culture are both known for their use of bold, in-your-face graphics and eye-catching designs; Vision Street Wear was instrumental in taking this look mainstream. The brand became well known for its use of hypnotic patterns and loud artwork, and the new collection stays true to its heritage. With a dizzying, blurred ‘VISON’ logo to the chest, this T-Shirt is a perfect example of the type of design the label is famous for. Buy Now: £30.00