Customer Reviews Vans Sk8-Hi Tapered
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505 total reviewsReview Breakdown:
73%5Rated 5 stars out of 5
9%4Rated 4 stars out of 5
6%3Rated 3 stars out of 5
5%2Rated 2 stars out of 5
7%1Rated 1 star out of 5
Customer Fit Survey:
86%"Felt true to size"
88%"Felt true to width"
71%"Moderate arch support"
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Vans US
My dtr is 11 and wears a size 4 1/2. I was worried the size 5 (smallest available) would be too big, but we had to unlace the entire shoe just to get her foot in it and then her toes were right to the end. Exactly the style she loves, but womp womp on the size.
Still L,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Vans US
I like the way they look and they're very comfy but the ankle part rubs so hard it literally made me bleed. I've never had that problem with vans before so I'm slightly disappointed.
Wheels,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Vans US
Delivery time took way longer than it said the shoes would arrive. Overall nice shoes.
Honey,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Vans US
The shoes are super cute but sadly the quantity is not what I expect from Vans. The sole separated after 2 weeks of normal wear.
JMS,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Vans US
I have been wearing Vans for years. The quality is not the same plus these sneakers squeak when I walk, and they rub the backs of my ankles..
Missy,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Vans US
How can I look at these shoes and be like, I love them! I can't! They are poorly made and bulging beyond the soles not to mention rugged. Sending back
Kim,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Vans US
In upper part of the sneaker rubs my feet on top hurt .
Juju's,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Vans US
these shoes are so stiff and tight, it took me about 10-15 minutes of adjusting the laces and trying to put them on and my foot would not fit through, i had to loosen the laces completely to be able to get my foot through and it was still difficult. i probably won't be wearing these much because of how difficult and time consuming it is to just put them on
Hi,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Vans US
Feel very rough and stiff wouldn't walk in them for long periods of time other than that stylish
Arya,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Vans US
I am a 9.5 in mens shoes in every brand. I ordered a 9.5m and couldn't even get it on my foot. Have to reorder. Not true to size.
JL,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Comfort1Rated 1 star out of 5
Style5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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Poor SupportGreat Support
I wanted these shoes to be comfortable and was so disappointed. They were just so stiff. There was some sort of rubber coating on the inside of the shoe. The tongue wouldn’t lie flat when the shoe was laced up and the top of the shoe was hard and rubbed the top of my ankles. I went a half size up and the length was fine but width narrow. I really wanted a fun hi top but this isn’t it. I’m giving up on Vans as I have tried others with no luck. I may try Converse. I know Reeboks hi tops will work but no pizzaz there.
I'd also recommend:
I wish I knew.
JAL, Zappos Customer,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Vans US
Too hard to get on I have to return them
Sienna,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Vans US
Idk what theyre making the soles and interior parts of the shoe out of but they make constant farting/squeeking noises with every step, w/ stance socks
Dave,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Comfort1Rated 1 star out of 5
Style3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Review for Zappos VIP Points(What's this?)
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Poor SupportGreat Support
Probably the most uncomfortable shoes I’ve ever owned. And the canvas is incredibly cheap. I had to buy inserts to even wear them. These shoes are a cash grab for vans. But the shipping was super fast. Not Zappos fault the shoes suck. Bald needs to make these in suede and with good cushion. But they seem to be all about money these days.
Jason, Zappos Customer,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Vans US
Man. I am so bummed out. Bought these for work. There is NO padding in the heel or upper at all and you can feel it. Just avoid these.
Kichard,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Comfort3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Style3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Verified PurchaseReview for Zappos VIP Points(What's this?)
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Poor SupportGreat Support
I returned these. They fit good, I always wear a 9 in Vans, but the tops were flimsy compared to my other Vans. The canvas uppers didn’t seem as sturdy as I would have liked. I exchanged these for a pair of the more traditional Vans. They came FAST, and the return process was very easy.
I'd also recommend:
Sketchers, Bates, Timberland
Michael, Zappos Customer,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Vans US
brought 2 pairs of shoes for my daughter, same size but one is almost a size smaller. they are beautiful shoes and my daughter loved the color but had to return one, the sk8-hi and the sk8-hi tapered even in same size, fit differently. unfortunately the blue is hard to find.
Mom,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Vans US
The funcfionality and shape of the shoe are fine, as expected. The color of the Blues/Natural color are so far from the picture it's laughable. They look like someone really crappily spray painted them. Would not recommend unless that's the look you're going for.
Breanna,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Comfort2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Style5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Verified PurchaseReview for Zappos VIP Points(What's this?)
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Poor SupportGreat Support
They felt very much like converse. I prefer something with softer sole.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Comfort1Rated 1 star out of 5
Style1Rated 1 star out of 5
Review for Zappos VIP Points(What's this?)
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Impossible shoe for bunions. They had obviously been returned before. did not even try on, as the laces were so cumbersome that I would have add to rework them.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at Vans US
ITS 2025 WE HAVE THE BLACK LOWTOP PLATFORMS PLEASE MAKE THE ALL BLACK HIGH TOPS FOR THE LOVE OF GOD
Nina,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at Vans US
The color bleeds instantly onto the laces. The shoes are very firm and not comfortable in the top part of where your toes meet.
Unhappy L,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at Vans US
Haven't even had a month and they already ripped, they are also darn near impossible to put on. Never will I buy the tapered fit again
Svdshinxbi,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at Vans US
My son is a Vans boy all day everyday
Kristen,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at Vans US
Seems lower quality than the others I already own. The tongue and hi top were so thin and jagged it tore up my skin.
JK,
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