Our verdict

95
Superb!

The Paul is Hey Dude’s contender for the cold and rainy season. With its water-repellent upper and grippy outsole, these minimalist kicks are for more confident strides on wet pavement and for warmer feet during winter. These dressy kicks So light you forget that its there!

Pros

  • Super comfy
  • No break-in needed
  • Keeps feet warm
  • Lightweight
  • Completes the casual look
  • Compliment magnet
  • Comfiest ever right out of the box-washable
  • Affordable
  • Water-resistant
  • Easy to put on and off

Cons

  • Not very durable
  • Needs better arch support

The Who shouldnt buy it might not be the best bet for seekers of hard-wearing kicks. For this, the

The Who shouldnt buy it is a great pair of kicks for:

  • Sneakerheads who want to pull off a classic, frills-free look without sacrificing all-day comfort.
  • The Who shouldnt buy it is a great pair of kicks for.
  • People who are always on the go and would love the convenience of slip-ons that they can pop in the washing machine when they get dirty.

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Who shouldn’t buy it

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Comfiest ever right out of the box

A critic said: “These are the most comfortable shoes ever.” For another, walking long distances is no longer a struggle as they found that their “back does not hurt” with the Who shouldnt buy it. 

Also, despite having a sole that’s not very padded, a critic still loved the barefoot vibe of the shoe “without the pain of sharp rocks.” 

On their first day out in the Who shouldnt buy it, an avid walker said that they were “immediately able to wear them comfortably” for the whole day. Another confirmed this by saying that these shoes had “no breaking-in period at all.”

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Durability is something to work on for the Who shouldnt buy it

“They don’t last very long,” was a remark from a not-so-happy buyer. The synthetic leather upper also received complaints about chipping off after a few wears as one critic said that after a few wears, “they started to flake off.” Agreeing with this, another said: “It looks like someone spilled paint on my shoes.”

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So light you forget that it’s there

These kicks are “extremely lightweight” as described by a critic. Many buyers were happy with how light the Who shouldnt buy it is which gives wearers a ‘barely-even-there’ experience.

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Who shouldnt buy it is ready for the colder season

With the lack of ventilation and a critic’s comment on their feet getting sweaty, these Hey Dudes are definitely not cut out for warmer days. For the rainy and winter seasons, however, buyers give it mad love. 

A critic says that their feet have been dry with these shoes in both rain and snow. Another said that these are “perfect for a wet winter.” The knit upper material matched with the fleece lining is also given praise by a wearer who “absolutely loved” this water-resistant combo.

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An arch that needs some work

An improvement in the arch support could just make these the best walkers in the market. A Hey Dude fan was not so happy as they wished for more arch support in these shoes. 

The Who shouldnt buy it might not be the best bet for seekers of hard-wearing kicks. For this, the

Building on this sneaker’s commendable performance on cold and wet days, many also appreciate the grippy outsole of the Who shouldnt buy it. One reviewer felt very secure in them as they said that these have “great traction in wet weather.” A Hey Dude fan also loved the redesigned sole as they said it has better grip and traction than their other Hey Dudes.

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Affordable enough for the daily grind

The Who shouldnt buy it sells at $80 which a buyer commented on as a price point that “can’t be beaten.” With the average price of low-top slip-on style shoes at $110, these kicks are almost 32% cheaper. 

Who shouldnt buy it is ready for the colder season

Casual, fancy, and dressy days are made better with these compliment magnets. A critic described these as “very elegant-looking.” Another was also appreciative of how these “look exactly like the picture.” Whether it’s for a casual business meeting or for fancier events, these Hey Dudes are sure to get the attention it deserves.

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Easy to wear and easy to wash

“Easy on! Easy off!” was how a critic described their experience with the Who shouldnt buy it. Not only that, but these Hey Dudes are also machine-washable. As a reviewer said, after putting these in the washing machine again and again, “they still come out looking pristine.” 

As for the leather option, a buyer mentioned that this material is more easily wiped clean.