Customer Reviews Vans Sk8-Hi Tapered
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Customer Fit Survey:
86%"Felt true to size"
88%"Felt true to width"
71%"Moderate arch support"
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Started wearing Van's back in the skating days (early 80's), still wearing them! Today they are a rich icon of the glory days of the past, however I do skate some and always wear Van's when doing so! This version of the Sk8-Hi is a tapered version of the original shoe. Basically much less padding around the ankle area, you can liken the shoe to a Converse Hi Top but seem like they have better quality. The Van's seem to be a bit wider and just fit better than the Converse Hi Top for my feet. Something to note though I usually wear Van's with and without socks but mostly without. I find the canvas on the hi-top part a bit rough on the ankles until the material is well broken in. With this said, short ankle socks work great with the tapered style and can barley be seen at the top of the shoe. Also the tapered version of the Sk8-Hi is a bit cooler in the summer due to the canvas upper as opposed to the standard version. I find that the standard version of this shoe can almost never be worn without socks but this version you can wear sockless if you wish. Overall this is a really cool shoe (literally) and if you are looking for a close Converse feel this is the one to get, only better! They fit true to size for my size 9.5 feet and a tad wider than Converse. As always Zappos does a great job and have never had any issues with them or the products I purchase. Thanks Zappos!
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Tommy, Zappos Customer,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
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Red fabric bled into white areas.
Dhughes,
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The fit and size is exactly as I figured (NICE / After all they are VANS). Really like the Tapered style. I'm not a skater, however I ride motorcycles and they work well for support and traction when my feet are down. Highly recommend this style Van for the summer season riding,
(you won't be disappointed). They could use a bit more cushion on the bottom for us older folks that have become loyal to the Vans for MC riding. That's not a deal breaker for me.
Randy, Zappos Customer,
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AC, Zappos Customer,
3 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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I love vans and have worn them since the 90’s. I wanted these for the summer, that are adorable!!! Some reviews said they ran big but that is not true, I am consistently a 7.5 in every shape and style of vans.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
3 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Vans US
Daughter loves the kicks. Says they feel better than the classics. Have to size up like in all vans. Colors are super vibrant. Will be buying this style in other colors for her.
MP,
1 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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I absolutely love them! I didn't want the bright white and black checkered. I wanted it to be an off white or tan! Super cute! And comfy! I would definitely recommend!
Shelby,
1 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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Great pair of shoes.
Sabrina, Zappos Customer,
1 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Vans US
I exclusively wear vans so it's cool when they put out a different style like this. The platform is comfy and cute! #sweepstakes
JP,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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I was going back and forth between these and some platform Docs, and I am happy I went with these. :) The fit is great, I love the height of the platform, and I just love wearing them. #sweepstakes
K-cakes,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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Obsessed with these, they aren't as chunky as you would think. I've been wearing them everyday since I got them!
Em,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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Great comfty sole and really nice texture on canvas. Classic look. Love it.
Villain L,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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Loved the high top stackforms. It's been a really sad year searching far and wide for a white pair I wish I bought sooner. You should make more.
Ev,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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My daughter is a hairdresser and on her feet all day! These are the most comfortable shoes we have found in 6 years! She has 2 pairs!
Michelle,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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I like it, but turned out to be a little too big for me:(
Lisa,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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These are my favorite shoes and a wardrobe staple for me. they can withstand daily wear for years but unfortunately didn't hold up to my kittens teeth and claws. Just bought my third pair and my kitten destroyed the heel on one so much for a fresh set of vans, wondering if I can bribe vans to sell me just one shoe lol
Danielle,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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These are so comfortable that I even wore them on a small hike with no problems! They are my favorite shoe as they go with skirts, shorts, jeans, just EVERYTHING I tell ya! I will definitely will buy again as I probably will be wearing them out pretty soon here! 10/10 recommend
Rashel W,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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I love this style but i've been waiting for you guys to restock the all white :(
Sam,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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These vans are super cute. Goes with anything. Love these!! Xo
Gardenia,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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T was looking for a platform sneakers and this is it. I would love it if they made them higher. They are so cute.
Tranquil B,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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I love this style! I have three different pairs and am hoping you'll keep making more variations for us, or add it as an option for customs They fit my feet the best out of all the vans styles I've tried. Yes, lacing them fully can take longer than others, but sometime I wear them wild and unlaced, or I will loosely lace them and still slip on/off. Versatile! Please keep making them
Bunny,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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Can we get more stacked styles. Lime more colors. I love these shoes
Dos,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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I have these in black and white another pair of black and white with the edges and now these in all black... Safe to say I love this shoe. To me feel comfortable. Definitely more comfortable than my Jordans. They look pretty awesome with anything I wear.
Jessie,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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My granddaughter loves these shoes. They are well constructed and are canvas and suede. We treated them with Van protectant. She can't wait for school to start, she's excited to show them off!!
Gigi8,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Vans US
I love the shoes!!! Extremely comfortable and they're easy to wear with pretty much any type of clothing.
Emerald,
0 found this review helpful.