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Vans' storied history, and our connection with skate and surf culture, began in 1966 Southern California with the rolling out of a single pair of shoes. They were named Authentic. In the generations since, they have only gotten more popular amongst hardcore skaters and skate enthusiasts. Their design is simple, stylish, and effective: a low top lace-up profile made with sturdy canvas uppers, and signature waffle rubber soles.

  • Canvas uppers.
  • Metal eyelets.
  • Vulcanized waffle rubber outsoles.
  • Solid colorways.
  • Unisex sizing.
  • Imported.

Canvas Authentic

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    REVIEW SNAPSHOT®

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    Canvas Authentic
     
    4.6

    (based on 1328 reviews)

    Ratings Distribution

    • 5 Stars

       

      (885)

    • 4 Stars

       

      (346)

    • 3 Stars

       

      (60)

    • 2 Stars

       

      (22)

    • 1 Stars

       

      (15)

    96%

    of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

    Pros

    • Stylish (1163)
    • Comfortable (1091)
    • Durable (665)
    • Versatile (664)
    • Cushions impact (468)

    Cons

    • Stains easily (290)
    • Poor arch support (225)
    • Wears out quickly (156)
    • Poor cushioning (102)
    • Chafes easily (90)

    Best Uses

    • Casual wear (1093)
    • School (1013)
    • Going out (749)
    • Travel (597)
    • Beach wear (326)
      • Sizing:

      • Feels full size too small

         

        Feels half size too small

         

        Feels true to size

         

        84% 

        (1088 reviews)

        Feels half size too big

         

        Feels full size too big

         
      • Width:

      • Feels too narrow

         

        Feels true to width

         

        94% 

        (1195 reviews)

        Feels too wide

         
      • Reviewer Profile:
      • Stylish (667), Trendy style (265), Conservative (146), Style driven (93), Comfort driven (37)

    Most Liked Positive Review

     

    Affordable, stylish, buuut...

    I enjoy them, I was a little unsure about getting them at first because I felt like I was going to look like a grandma with these shoes. Buuut I love them. They're light...Read complete review

    I enjoy them, I was a little unsure about getting them at first because I felt like I was going to look like a grandma with these shoes. Buuut I love them. They're light, somewhat comfortable, go perfect with skinny jeans (regular skate shoes make your feet look entirely too big), they're stylish, hell.. Haha they're just nice.

    The downside, I would never skate with these shoes, they are for people with flat feet (like me), they tear easy (a con if you want the fresh and clean look, but I like the wear and tear look), and I personally think they look weird if you're wearing anything besides shorts or skinny jeans.

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    Most Liked Negative Review

     

    Love it, but not this color

    I love the Canvas, but last time I've purchased the color Shitake Brown / Black and the color of the shoes has nothing to do with the one on the website. The website shows ...Read complete review

    I love the Canvas, but last time I've purchased the color Shitake Brown / Black and the color of the shoes has nothing to do with the one on the website. The website shows a light brown, while the one that I received is much darker.

    Reviewed by 1328 customers

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    5/15/2013
     
    5.0

    Amazing

    By Bigdaddy

    from Roseburg Oregon

    About Me Stylish

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Breathes Well
    • Comfortable
    • Cushions Impact
    • Durable
    • Good Arch Support
    • Stylish
    • Versatile

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Casual Wear
      • Going Out
      • School
      • Travel
      • Work

      Comments about Canvas Authentic:

      Shoes colors are amazing and it fits so good

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

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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      5/15/2013
       
      4.0

      perfect shoe

      By kfreedom

      from Boston, MA

      About Me Stylish

      Pros

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

      Cons

      • Stains Easily

      Best Uses

      • Casual Wear
      • School
      • Travel

      Comments about Canvas Authentic:

      these shoes are probably the greatest purchase I've made in a while. i have 5 pairs of vans(i know, excessive) but they work for so much. they are cute and comfy, just make sure to pick up a pair of their socks. i strongly recommend.

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

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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      5/15/2013
       
      5.0

      Good quality

      By Ella

      from Chicago

      About Me Stylish

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Breathes Well
      • Comfortable
      • Cushions Impact
      • Durable
      • Good Arch Support
      • Stylish
      • Versatile

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Casual Wear
        • Going Out
        • School
        • Travel

        Comments about Canvas Authentic:

        Very disappointed with delivery - I paid extra for express shipping and product did not come in time period promised. Therefore, I would not trust ordering online again. It made a big difference because this was a birthday present and it did not arrive in time!

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

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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        5/14/2013
         
        5.0

        great

        By abefroman

        from Sacramento, CA

        About Me Stylish

        Pros

        • Comfortable
        • Durable
        • Stylish
        • Versatile

        Cons

        • Too Stiff

        Best Uses

        • Beach Wear
        • Casual Wear
        • School
        • Travel

        Comments about Canvas Authentic:

        awesome product, stiff at first. stylish good for summer

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

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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        5/14/2013
         
        5.0

        Love Them!

        By Hilda

        from Miami FLorida

        About Me Stylish

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Comfortable

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Casual Wear
          • School

          Comments about Canvas Authentic:

          Ordering process was very easy and quick, delivery was also sooner than expected which is great! I love the color selection.

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

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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