Customer Reviews Vans Classic Slip-On Checkerboard

I wore Vans in the early '80s. Every decade or so since then, I buy a pair and wear them until they wear out. I've always found them comfortable and stylish in a retro, nostalgic kind of way. But I've noticed something different with this pair. In the past, I've worn them as just "kick around" shoes: to hang out, run to the store, grab a bite, etc. Now, I live in a city where I mostly get around on foot. Although very comfortable in the short term and for short distances, I find that after wearing them all day and walking everywhere, my feet are usually killing me. It could just be that I'm getting older, but I'd recommend these shoes only if walking isn't a major part of your day, not if it's your main mode of transportation.

Great fit and classic styling.The only negative is there isn't enough support for all day wear.

These shoes look pretty slick. They do not offer the most arch-foot support. I think these are a little longer than marked (I am a 13M) as I find myself tripping over the front when walking more than other shoes. Overall the style was good and I would consider purchasing a similar pair from Vans again, but maybe with a different insole.

These shoes are great and they are super comfortable. The only reason I gave them the 4 star is because they are pretty difficult to put on even with a shoe horn. Once they are on they fit perfectly. I am hoping they stretch a bit but I am concerned I am going to wear them out early by jamming my foot in them. Other than that a great comfy cool looking shoe.

A sharp-looking, slightly more cleaned-up sneaker. For me, it's work appropriate and super comfortable, though wish I'd ordered a little larger -- Vans seem to run small in general.

Really nice shoe! I have had these for one month and still get multiple compliments on them. I've owned several pairs of various Vans throughout the years and love to fit. Not as comfortable as a tennis-shoe, but they're not made for that.

I ordered for my grandson’s birthday, so he doesn’t have them yet. I received yesterday and box is good, but used tissue paper inside and no paper, etc inside the shoes themselves. I called today and was told something about not all boxes being repackaged with all materials. I was then told about Zappo’s new return policy. I didn’t feel like my problem was addressed, so I will decide to keep or not. The shoes were on sale, but I don’t think they should have been sent this way.

Super uncomfortable, especially by Vans' standards. Something happened to their manufacturing, these hurt to wear.

Feels small, hard to get on. Wore them on a flight to Britain with a lot of walking. They are painful, no support. Too bad, I really wanted to love them, because I love the style. I am putting them up for sale.

These are an iconic SoCal novelty shoe. They look good for a summer if you're lucky. I'm sure some people love to trash them, but if you want to be on-point, you'll get one season out of them. And if you're over 40, you should wear them with a sense of humor and only occasionally ;-)