In addition, high performance skate shoes tend to fit snugly. Towards the end of the 1970s, the Era, Old-Skool, and Classic Slip-ons became super popular in Southern California. In my opinion the Slip-On Pro's are the best. As you wear a new pair of slip-ons the canvas uppers will tend to stretch and relax a bit. Shoes sized in women sizing will be noted. How The Classic Vans Slip-Ons Fit I’d say they run true to size or ever so slightly big. level 1 For instance, Slip-ons fit tighter at first but will loosen out with wear. Depends on how they fit. So there should always be a bit of snugness across the the instep of your foot …nothing uncomfortable but not loose. Vans have been making their “off the wall” sneakers for 50 years as of March 16th this year and they’ve long been the go-to shoe for skaters. However, one thing that often confuses consumers when purchasing Vans is … Mens shoes run a size and a half larger than Womens.

Vans now makes the classic, comfy cush, and slip on pro. So, if you’re usually a size 9, for instance, then Vans should fit the same. A large portion of Vans shoes are Unisex sizing which means they are based of men sizing. More information on the differences in fit would be good The classics are still good, but the slip-on pro's are a touch more comfortable with the good fit on the classic. If you’re between, size down a 1/2 for a good fit.

It could also help to know that all Vans shoes are manufactured in medium width so if width has been an issue in the past, it could benefit you to order a half size up to make up for the difference. This means that they’re sized per U.S. standard, determined by a Brannock device. These shoes were created for and praised by skaters and BMX riders for their durability and comfort. If going half-size small makes them snug, go for it, if it makes them tight, which in this case would be moderately uncomfortable, you should stay with your regular size. I tried a half size down, and they were just a little too short on me, so I went with my regular size. This is an important note for women buying Vans. For this to work you definitely have to try them on in-store. Vans states that its shoes run true to size.

So if you're a female and you wear an 8, you would need to purchase a Unisex / Mens size 6.5 to fit properly. Slip-on Vans use the elasticized “wedges” on either side of the tongue of the shoe to hold them on your feet.