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Keds Champion-Leather CVO SKU #109573(View on Zappos.com Classic)

(4 Stars) (based on 219 customer reviews)
$45.00
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Product Information:
  • The signature Keds style that has carried the blue label for 85 years has been re-engineered with subtle changes to make your feet look and feel great.
  • You'll notice this old favorite now has a soft terry lining, comfortable arch support, a wedge that hugs your heel and more wiggle room for your toes.
  • Leather upper for long beautiful wear.
  • Rubber calendar outsole for excellent traction.
  • Blown rubber midsole provides superior shock absorption, and extra comfort.
  • Contemporary design for a variety of occasions.
  • Questions? Please call 888-927-7670 to speak to one of our Comfort consultants!
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Overall Rating:
  • (5 Stars) 75%
  • (4 Stars) 20%
  • (3 Stars) 0%
  • (2 Stars) 0%
  • (1 Stars) 5%
Customer Fit Survey:

Customers surveying this product said...

  • 81% "Felt true to size"
  • 82% "Felt true to width"
  • 79% "Moderate arch support"
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Recent Customer Reviews - 219 Reviews Total

Posted: Oct 29, 2009
Reviewer: Joan C from Flint,MI

Overall: (5 Stars)

Comfort: (5 Stars)

Style: (5 Stars)

I was pleased that I could get 7 1/2 AA shoes. Ordering was simple and I got my shoes quickly. I would use Zappos again for any item that I needed.
Posted: Oct 27, 2009
Reviewer: from West Chester, PA

Overall: (5 Stars)

Comfort: (5 Stars)

Style: (5 Stars)

These black leather Keds are great! I wore the same size in this as I do in the canvas model; however, the canvas ones grip my heel slightly better, but once I started wearing them they were just fine. I'm on my feet a lot at work and these fill in nicely for my more expensive dress work shoes and keep the wear and tear of my dress shoes to a minimum. No one can tell when I'm wearing these vs. my dress shoes since they're all black (I wear pants to work so they cover the neck of the sneakers). These a great shoes for the price!
Posted: Oct 22, 2009
Reviewer: from wisconsin origianally; Florida now

Overall: (5 Stars)

Comfort: (5 Stars)

Style: (5 Stars)

I love these leather Keds. I had a couple falls wearing shoes not right. But these shoes make me feel very secure in my steps. I have different ones for 'daily walks'; but these are for 'all the time' shoes. Having both black and white allows me to use which color looks best each day for what I'm wearing; and they are so cute that I don't have to change shoes to run to the store, etc. I even wear them with casual skirts. The leather is very comfy to my "princess and the pea" feet.
Other Brands Recommended by Reviewer: naturalizer leather tie ons---more expensive than Keds; but cute too
Posted: Oct 14, 2009
Reviewer: Brittney B from Fairhope, Alabama

Overall: (5 Stars)

Comfort: (5 Stars)

Style: (5 Stars)

Leather Keds Champion Lover - I love to wear these shoes. My mom wears them quite a bit and I suddenly got hooked on them and got a pair for myself. Once I tried them on I noticed that they wear very comfortable. They are so cute in any outfit and I am completely in love with these shoes. I recommend these to any girl I know. I'm telling all of my friends.
Other Brands Recommended by Reviewer: Vans
Posted: Oct 9, 2009
Reviewer: from PA

Overall: (4 Stars)

Comfort: (4 Stars)

Style: (5 Stars)

Keds leather.....it doesn\'t get any better. Zappos is the only place to buy them. I bought them for my Mom. She needed a new pair.\r\nGreat service.\r\nGreat selection.\r\nFree shipping both ways ......WONDERFUL.
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Additional Brand Information

In 1916, Keds® was introduced as the first national athletic and lifestyle footwear brand. It all started with the simple canvas shoe, which at that time was called a sneaker. The term 'sneaker' was invented by the Keds advertising agency because the rubber soles made the shoes so quiet.

Since the beginning, Keds has created shoes that are classic, stylish and offer authentic characteristics. Committed to creating quality footwear, all Keds shoes are made using durable canvas or leather, soft padded insoles and durable outsoles.

Nanette Lepore and Keds joined forces to bring a collection of shoes that are sophisticated, fun and fresh. Nanette Lepore for Keds® has taken the traditional Keds philosophy and added vibrant materials and bold patterns to create a look that is edgy and modern.

Keds Kids has a commitment to creating the safest and best performing kids products. Keds Kids shoes are rigorously tested for comfort, durability and fit. You can purchase a pair of Keds Kids shoes and know that you are doing something good for your child.

Leading actresses, athletes and style icons throughout the years have worn Keds shoes. Today, Mischa Barton continues this trend as the spokesmodel for Keds. Keds shoes has a myriad of styles from the classic champion sneaker and vintage inspired distressed slip-ons to ballet flats and sportier sneakers. Keds shoes have stood the test-of-time and the future will continue to bring fashionable styles combined with innovative advancements in performance and materials.

Additional Customer Reviews:

Posted: Sep 19, 2009
Reviewer: Peggy B from Houston, TX
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
I love Zappos, so easy to shop with!!! Keds are my work shoes and I know that I can sign on to Zappos and order a pair and get them the next day or so. But when I want to shop, they have the biggest selection on the net. You can feel free to buy anything and know you can return them for free with no questions asked. And the prices are great too. Can\'t beat Zappos!!
Posted: Sep 8, 2009
Reviewer: Cathy D from Boca Raton, FL
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
I ordered one pair of Keds and one pair of Sperry Top-Siders. Delivery was very fast. The Keds were perfect; the Top-Siders had a manufacturing defect. Customer service was friendly and I had a replacement pair of Top-Siders within a few days. Very impressive!
Posted: Sep 3, 2009
Reviewer: Alexa from Alabama
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
I love to wear my Keds White Champion Original Leather. They are very comfortable. It is pretty much the only shoe that I wear. I certainly encourage my friends to make the original Keds the new style. Thank-you so much.
Posted: Aug 20, 2009
Reviewer: Andrea from scottsdale, az
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
I love my Keds! The old standby when you\'re not sure what shoes wear. They go with jeans, look great with shorts, socks or no socks. They\'re comfy and last forever. The leather is soft and cleans up well. Whether I choose to wear my canvas\r\nor leather champions I can\'t go wrong when it comes to my Keds!
Posted: Aug 20, 2009
Reviewer: Margaret D from
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Great shoes! Durable and comfortable! Size is true to form. A must have for everyone!
Posted: Aug 18, 2009
Reviewer: from Georgia
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
I have been wearing this style of leather Keds forever. They\'re comfortable, classic & easy to clean. I wear a D width and have found these to be consistently wide enough.
Posted: Aug 12, 2009
Reviewer: from Palatine, IL
Overall: (4 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
This is the first time I've ordered Keds. When they arrived I noticed the width was not what I thought I'd ordered and was concerned about the fit. When I tried them on, they fit to my surprise, since I usually wear a wide width. I don't know if this would hold true with others' comments, but I was pleasantly surprised.
Posted: Aug 12, 2009
Reviewer: Mary g from michigan
Overall: (4 Stars) Comfort: (4 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
I love the look of Keds Champion. They dress up a summer outfit more than sneakers, but because I have heel spurs I can't wear them as much as I would like. I wish they had better inner soles so I could wear them longer.
Posted: Jul 26, 2009
Reviewer: from Owensboro, KY
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Because of orthodics, I have to wear a size 13 which is not easy to find! These shoes afford me the support I need without that big 'clunky' look of most shoes that can take orthodics. I just wish they came in more colors!
Posted: Jul 25, 2009
Reviewer: from LA (Lower Alabama)
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
These are the best tennis shoe I've ever worn. I'm sure I've had at least six pair over the years. They are nothing fancy or high tech, just comfortable, bopping-around shoes. Very true to size and width and clean up well after a muddy walk. Highly recommend!
Posted: Jul 19, 2009
Reviewer: from St Louis
Overall: (4 Stars) Comfort: (4 Stars) Style: (4 Stars)
I like the leather Keds (they used to make a beige one in the early 90s, but no more) so bought the white. I was pleased with the toe room; no rubbing my small toes. Fit true to size and width (10B) and no real arch support to speak of, but with the terry cloth insert, very cushioned and dry. Basic Keds.
Posted: Jul 10, 2009
Reviewer: from Los Angeles, CA
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
I am extremely pleased with Zappos and have found them to be the only place to find my size shoe since I have a narrow width. All the shoes I have purchased have been exactly as advertised. I recommend Zappos to all my friends. I plan on continuing using Zappos. Their service is terrific.
Posted: Jul 8, 2009
Reviewer: Eileen L from Massachusetts
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
I was very pleased with my purchase, especially with the swift delivery. Customer Service was outstanding. I would highly recommend Zappo\'s.
Posted: Jun 19, 2009
Reviewer: from
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
This is the perfect summer shoe when you want the comfort of a sneaker without the bulky look of a sport shoe. It fits true to size, looks cute with ankle socks, and is a great value. Nice lining, nice leather upper and a no-slip sole. Actually makes your feet look smaller if that is a consideration.
Posted: Jun 9, 2009
Reviewer: Pat O from Oceanside, CA
Overall: (1 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
I have been buying the machine-washable Keds Champion classic sneaker for years, loved them, and wouldn't buy anything else. The last two pair I bought have been the "new and improved" version (no longer machine-washable). I am extremely disappointed in these shoes. They do not last like the original version and both pairs have come apart at the sole after a relatively short time. I won't buy them again!
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