Vans Knu Skool
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- Last seen at $79.99 on Oct 29.
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Our take on the Vans Knu Skool
The Vans Knu Skool is a reissued 90s low-top skate shoe with a puffed tongue, puffy ankle collar and a 3D-molded Sidestripe. It pairs suede and canvas uppers with a leather lining and Vans' signature rubber waffle outsole. The chunky, oversized laces and padded profile make it a statement shoe rather than a slim classic. It is a unisex style sold in black, and it competes with other Vans suede low-tops on padding and bulk rather than on a lower figure.
- Puffed tongue and collar add padding and a bold 90s look
- Suede and canvas upper with leather lining
- 3D-molded Sidestripe stands out from the flat Old Skool
- Abrasion-proof rubber waffle outsole grips well
- Heel pulls make the padded shoe easier to pull on
- Unisex sizing and a regular fit
Vans Knu Skool price history
Lowest price we've seen: $79.99 on Oct 29. Tracked across 1 store since Oct 29.
What reviewers say
Owners like the Knu Skool for its puffy 90s look and comfortable padding, and many say it draws compliments. Common complaints are the bulky shape, the long chunky laces and suede that marks easily.
- StylePraisedOwners buy it for the puffy 90s look and the molded Sidestripe.
- ComfortPraisedThe padded tongue and collar are described as comfortable for everyday wear.
- BulkMixedSome like the chunky profile, others find it too bulky.
- LacesCriticised
Questions and answers
- How does the Knu Skool fit compared with the Old Skool?
- It has a regular fit but a much puffier tongue and collar, so it feels roomier around the ankle and snugger across the top. Try your usual Vans size first; wide feet may want to size up.
- Is the Knu Skool good for skateboarding?
- It has a grippy rubber waffle outsole and a suede upper, so it can skate. The thick padding and chunky shape make it heavier and less board-feel than a slim skate shoe.
- What is the difference between the Knu Skool and the Old Skool?
- The Knu Skool is a 90s-inspired take on the Old Skool with a puffed tongue, puffy collar, 3D-molded Sidestripe and oversized laces. The Old Skool is slimmer and flatter.
- Are the laces replaceable?
- Yes, they are standard lace-up laces, though the stock ones are extra wide and long. You can swap in flatter or shorter laces if the chunky ones are awkward.
- Is the Knu Skool unisex?
- Yes, Vans lists it as a unisex shoe with a regular fit. Check the size chart, since sizing is in men's or women's equivalents depending on the listing.
- How do you keep the suede upper clean?
- Brush the suede dry when it is dusty and blot spills right away rather than rubbing. A suede protector spray helps, since the upper marks easily.
