Best Vans Shoes

Unisex Authentic Core Classics

You can't go wrong with this classic Vans shoe: their first product, which has been in production since 1966. The quintessential casual footwear.

Sturdy canvas upper and waffle-tread rubber outer sole. Low-top, lace-up style. Amazing array of colors, including black, white, brights, color combos, and a few prints. Sizing for both men and women.

A handful of customers say the sole separated from the upper after only a few months wear.

Best Bang for the Buck

These classic skate shoes lace higher than Authentic Core Classics, giving them a dressier appearance – although they are still a casual shoe.

Sturdy canvas upper and rubber waffle-tread outer sole. UltraCush footbed provides extra comfort. Many configurations of black, white, gray, and a few colors.

Not unisex, unlike the rest of our top picks.

Unisex Old Skool Skate Shoe

Dress them up, dress them down. These popular Vans have been around for decades. They lace higher than the Authentic Core Classics and Chukka Low.

"Wave" design on the side adds a splash of style to these canvas upper, rubber waffle-tread outer sole shoes. Huge assortment of colors and patterns. Sized for both men and women.

A few owners say the back of the heel rubs uncomfortably against their foot.

Unisex Sk8-Hi Skate Shoe

Vans' most popular high-top shoe for several decades. Comfortable, casual, edgy, and fun. Unisex sizing.

Depending on the color, shoe is all canvas or a mix of canvas and suede. Padded collar and heel for extra comfort. Rubber waffle-tread outer sole. Enormous assortment includes patterns, metallics, more.

Some customers believe these shoes run a little on the small side.

Unisex Classic Slip-On

No worries about untied laces with this popular slip-on shoe. A classic for several decades. Unisex sizing.

Low-profile w/elastic side accents for easy wear. Canvas upper, rubber waffle-tread outer sole, padded collar, and footbed for extra comfort. Dizzying assortment of designs including checkerboard, snakeskin, Star Wars, more.