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The Era is our classic lace-up skate shoe. We could tell you the whole history of why it has become a skating legend, but we'll let the comfort tell the story. Crafted with a soft footbed, double-stitched vamp, padded tongue and lining, and our signature waffle sole.

  • Canvas and uppers.
  • Padded collar.
  • Metal eyelets.
  • Vulcanized waffle outsole.
  • Original colorways.
  • Unisex sizing.
  • Imported.

Original Classic Era

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    REVIEW SNAPSHOT®

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    Original Classic Era
     
    4.4

    (based on 201 reviews)

    Ratings Distribution

    • 5 Stars

       

      (124)

    • 4 Stars

       

      (57)

    • 3 Stars

       

      (5)

    • 2 Stars

       

      (5)

    • 1 Stars

       

      (10)

    92%

    of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

    Pros

    • Comfortable (157)
    • Stylish (133)
    • Durable (77)
    • Versatile (76)
    • Cushions impact (68)

    Cons

    • Stains easily (21)
    • Poor arch support (19)
    • Wears out quickly (17)
    • Chafes easily (12)
    • Poor cushioning (12)

    Best Uses

    • Casual wear (157)
    • School (107)
    • Going out (80)
    • Travel (70)
    • Work (44)
      • Sizing:
      • Feels full size too small

         

        Feels half size too small

         

        Feels true to size

         

        91% 

        (175 reviews)

        Feels half size too big

         

        Feels full size too big

         
      • Width:
      • Feels too narrow

         

        Feels true to width

         

        93% 

        (157 reviews)

        Feels too wide

         
      • Reviewer Profile:
      • Stylish (85), Conservative (40), Trendy style (36), Casual dresser (14), Trendy/stylish dresser (7)
      • Comfort vs Style:
      • Style driven (14), Comfort driven (9)
      • Was this a gift?:
      • No (20), Yes (4)

    Most Liked Positive Review

     

    A Large Order

    The only shoe worth wearing.. Fits size 15!

    The only shoe worth wearing.. Fits size 15!

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    Most Liked Negative Review

     

    HORRIBLE INSIDE SOLES

    The inside cushion is HORRIBLE!!!!! It is peeling away. My son has only worn these tennis shoes for two weeks (since the purchase) and they are cute on the outside, but...Read complete review

    The inside cushion is HORRIBLE!!!!! It is peeling away. My son has only worn these tennis shoes for two weeks (since the purchase) and they are cute on the outside, but horrible on the inside. I really want to return them and get my money back, but he loves the look. I feel as though I WASTED my money.

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    3.0

    Canvas holes appear later? Hope so.

    By NYC tolerant

    from New York County, NY

    About Me Stylish

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Breathes Well
    • Comfortable
    • Cushions Impact
    • Versatile

    Cons

    • Wears Out Quickly

    Best Uses

    • Casual Wear
    • Travel

    Comments about Original Classic Era:

    The canvas of my prior pair of Vans wore out--holes appeared--much too soon, within 3-4 months of wear without getting the shoes wet or torn by walking on rocky ground. At least price is sufficiently low for time it takes for shoes to wear out. Why not get another brand? There is no other brand with Vans style: all black sole, NOT a running shoe design but an oxford design permitting more adaptability to different occasions.

    • Sizing:
    • Feels true to size
    • Width:
    • Feels too wide
     
    4.0

    Good shoe

    By JRT

    from Michigan

    About Me Conservative

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Comfortable
    • Cushions Impact
    • Durable
    • Stylish

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Casual Wear

      Comments about Original Classic Era:

      The Converse I bought rubbed the skin off the back of my heels. I only wore them for a half a block! Took them back and ordered these. The price was about the same.

      • Sizing:
      • Feels true to size
      • Width:
      • Feels true to width
       
      5.0

      Will purchase again

      By none

      from Guernsey Cty, Ohio

      About Me Trendy

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Breathes Well
      • Comfortable
      • Stylish
      • Versatile

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Casual Wear
        • School
        • Travel

        Comments about Original Classic Era:

        These shoes are comfortable, great for just hanging out or on the move!!!

        • Sizing:
        • Feels true to size
        • Width:
        • Feels true to width
         
        5.0

        Perfection

        By KhaeMonae

        from Brooklyn, Ny

        About Me Stylish

        See all my reviews

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Breathes Well
        • Comfortable
        • Cushions Impact
        • Durable
        • Stylish
        • Versatile

        Cons

        • Poor Arch Support

        Best Uses

        • Casual Wear
        • Going Out
        • School
        • Work

        Comments about Original Classic Era:

        Love the shoe it feels and fits amazing! simple black and white

        • Sizing:
        • Feels true to size
        • Width:
        • Feels true to width
         
        5.0

        Very satisfied with product.

        By Ben

        from Tennessee

        About Me Stylish

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Breathes Well
        • Comfortable
        • Stylish
        • Versatile

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Casual Wear
          • Going Out
          • School
          • Travel

          Comments about Original Classic Era:

          Delivered as promised.

          • Sizing:
          • Feels true to size
          • Width:
          • Feels true to width

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