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REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 745 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
96%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Comfortable (521)
- Stylish (467)
- Durable (298)
- BREATHES WELL (15)
- Versatile (15)
Cons
- Wear out quickly (40)
- Poor quality (14)
- Poor arch support (7)
Best Uses
- Casual wear (529)
- Going out (208)
- Travel (188)
- Skating (9)
- Everyday wear (4)
- Sizing:
Feels full size too small
Feels half size too small
Feels true to size
88%
(496 reviews)
Feels half size too big
Feels full size too big
- Width:
Feels too narrow
Feels true to width
91%
(492 reviews)
Feels too wide
- Reviewer Profile:
- Stylish (357), Trendy style (153), Conservative (52)
- View On Shoes:
- I'm really into shoes (235), I'm into shoes (201), Shoes are for wearing (101)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (58), Yes (20)
Most Liked Positive Review
THESE are the originals!
This is not a re-imagined, slimmed down, feminine version of the "classic" original, as the description states, this IS the original, iconic, classic design. The current Sk8-Hi...Read complete review
This is not a re-imagined, slimmed down, feminine version of the "classic" original, as the description states, this IS the original, iconic, classic design. The current Sk8-Hi looks heavy and chunky by comparison, which is fine in and of itself but not when being passed off as a classic. I've worn Vans continuously since the early 80's, including many pairs of hi-tops during that era. Today I wear Old Skools, slip-ons, and Eras but have longed for another pair of original hi-tops. Now that I know they're available again, I'm going to stock up on several pairs while I can!! I wish I could custom order additional color combos, but I'm more than happy that navy/blue and black is available. Thank you for bringing these back!
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Most Liked Negative Review
Waffle Tread Fail
Having worn nothing but Vans since 1982, I was very excited to finally discover these (I last bought a pair of Vans hi-tops in 1985, which I still have). In spite of...Read complete review
Having worn nothing but Vans since 1982, I was very excited to finally discover these (I last bought a pair of Vans hi-tops in 1985, which I still have). In spite of the fact that they are being marketed as a re-imagined, more feminine design, I immediately ordered a pair. But now upon closer inspection, I'm not at all satisfied with these. I could easily live with the fact that the "re-imagined" ankle support is almost an inch lower than the originals (also equating to one less shoestring hole), and I could easily replace the spaghetti shoestrings, but the micro waffle tread is an absolute deal breaker. I'm extremely disappointed that Vans simply refuses to acknowledge and offer one of their most legendary classic shoes in its correct form, except when releasing special editions like the Bones Brigade or Haro versions. It's obvious they want to push the second generation Sk8-hi, with its wider leather for ollies, because they are undoubtedly more durable for skating. But aesthetically speaking, the current iteration of the Sk8-hi looks heavy and chunky, cutting off the most defining aspect of the "jazz stripe." Why Vans can't offer the "slim" version as the original classic (with the correct waffle tread, ankle height, and shoestrings) and the beefier Sk8-hi as the re-designed classic that it is for skating is beyond me. I can't imagine there would ever be an instance where a girl would balk at buying a pair of "slim" hi-tops because they have traditional waffle tread soles, but I know plenty of guys besides myself that would absolutely balk at buying a pair because they have micro waffle tread soles. This makes zero marketing sense to me, and I work in marketing. Make this legendary shoe design in its true original form, which the Sk8-hi slim really only misses by the waffle tread, and I'll buy multiple pairs at a time. But until then, they're going back and I'm not buying another pair.
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Comments about Sk8-Hi Slim:
Fit perfect , look great
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- looks great
- very comfortable
Cons
- low quality
Best Uses
- casual
Comments about Sk8-Hi Slim:
I was so excited upon finding this shoe I loved the look and was extremally happy with them. I wore them to school about 8-10 times when a hole started to form in the left big toe area. I went to a shoe repair shop but they said the shoe couldn't be fixed because the material that was used in the left shoe wasn't suitable. The repairman explained how he could clearly tell that the two shoes were made out of slightly different materials. This was very disappointing I ended up patching it up with some duct tape. I tried to send them back but that process was a nightmare.
Service and delivery comments:
Delivery was timley
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend
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Comments about SK8-Hi Slim:
These are such a great outfit maker!
Pros
- Great style
- Nice fit
Cons
- Color is not as seems
Best Uses
- A casual dress
- Jeans and a T-shirt
Comments about SK8-Hi Slim:
The shoes are stylish and cute. The color is darker than expected so it doesn't match Witt the outfit I hoped it would.
Service and delivery comments:
Service was fast and great.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Comments about Sk8-Hi Slim:
She loved them . screamed when she opened them . haven't been off her feet
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Comments about SK8-Hi Slim:
Got these as a gift and my little sister loved them!
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Comments about Sk8-Hi Slim:
Cute and comfortable.
Pros
- Arrived as expected, beautiful shoes.
Cons
- A bit tight on upper portion But i have arthrits
Best Uses
- Everyday walking shoes. So comfortable
Comments about Sk8-Hi Slim:
I love these shoes. Aside from the upper portion. Which is hard for me to get my foot in. Im petite.. My arthritis makes it difficult to get my foot all the way in.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Comments about SK8-Hi Slim:
Very comfortable, color is same in picture.
But it is bigger size I normally wear 8.5 I order 8.5 but it is too big then I return and order new 8 .
I think the size same converse.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Comments about Sk8-Hi Slim:
Very comfortable, you can do with either sporty or casual look
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
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