Customer Reviews Vans Authentic

While I like the way these look, they aren't as comfortable as my other Vans. They don't have the same lining along the heel and it seems to be taking a while to break them in.

First, I was pretty shocked that 90% of the reviews called this shoe true to size. True to what size? The last pair of this exact model of shoe that you purchased? They run way big. I ended up exchanging twice before I got a pair that fit, which were a full size smaller than any pair of Vans I have ever purchased (and a size and half smaller than a few pairs of Adidas I have owned). Overall, I can't really give these a rave review. They are a cheap utility shoe, and are by definition pretty average. They look really good with almost anything, fit pretty well and they cost next to nothing, but they are not high quality by any stretch of the imagination. A few weeks in and I am already blowing a seam on the side. As a summer shoe for kickin' around they are tough to beat for style and price and I will definitely buy another pair, but I would certainly not consider getting more colors or expanding it to year-round use.

I have purchased these twice for my husband. He loves the style and fit BUT the quality isn't as high as we'd like for the price. The main issue is where the canvas and the sole meet and it tends to pull apart here even after only a few weeks of wear.

Well, first of all, I would never have picked this shoe (brand/style) on my own. My future co-mother insisted I fit in at her daughter's wedding since her daughter was wearing 'pink' Van's under her wedding dress. Her other daughter (dark blue or navy) and herself (purple) to the wedding, and I finally agreed to wear a pair to the reception. I ordered what I thought was a teal color to match my dress; however, when I received them, they were too blue. Not having enough time to re-order with only a few days before the wedding to go, I wore them just so I wouldn't be in my very uncomfortable heels all night. I would have been a lot happier with 1/2 size smaller and the right color. It could be that I picked Navy myself due to the color on the website, but the 'true' color is definitely more blue than what the screen shows. If I could return them, I would as will probably not ever wear them again; however, I did wear them for approximately six hours that day. A beautiful, but rather long and exhausting day! Thank you for your time. I do hope this helps your site be better for others' experiences.

It's a classic design! I am disappointed in the durability of the shoes. I've owned them for about a year, not too many miles on them and the sole is pulling away.

Core Classics - This shoe was pretty good. It has amazing grip and good board control. It can be really comfortable, but you have to tie and untie them every time you take them off. They skate good, but they wear out fast. If these were cheaper, they'd be a good buy.

Close, but no cigar - I once had a pair of off white shoes that looked like this, that finally wore out. This is close in appearance. I have an average width foot with a high instep. These are too wide. I wouldn't recommend these and I have other Vans that I like.

Too small and uncomfortable - I bought my usual size and found them a half size too small. I thought I could get away with it but after huge blisters on both heels I doubt I will be able to break these in. For me these will be a total loss as I already had them on outside once.

Love the look - They seem to be stretching and there is now a loose feeling when I wear them

A Confusing Shoe - I love these shoes, too bad they induce crippling pain unto my feet. Somehow, they fit both too large AND too small. Amazing! They tend to bind at the front and slip off the back, which I would've never expected. There good for a couple hours though, and they do look damn fine--especially the all black model. Individual results may vary.

It was the first time I’ve tried Vans. Although it was supposed to be navy, it wasn’t. I wanted a wider toe box and it curved in on my toes. It had no arch support or cushion.

I need to return this shoe isn't comfortable and is cut around the ankle to low for me.

These look great, but after a week of light wear they began falling apart. The material at the heal opened up and what seems like cardboard or cardstock used to keep the back part in shape slowly disintegrated, constantly working their way into the shoe where they feel like pebbles. Now after a mere 3 months of using them for work/walking (work mostly consists of sitting in a chair) they have almost completely fallen to pieces.

Love the fit, didn’t like the color scheme

It felt fit to size but no comfort or support that I needed

Canvas doesn't work for me. I returned them.

I wanted the "cushy comfort" ones but apparently no longer available. These are like wearing plywood. Not comfy or cushy.

Unfortunately these did not last. The fabric is so thin that it poked a hole at the top quickly. I dont even have super long toenails but the constant rubbing from when you take each step eventually poked a hole. I think if the material was thicker it wouldve been better.