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With its simplicity, Center II by Keds can be worn with either jeans or a dress. This tennis-inspired sneaker is an ideal travel buddy because of its lightness. Wide-footed individuals will surely love its fit. The sleek structure of the footwear makes your feet look slim. Comfort is out of this world thanks to its cushiony footbeds and soft uppers.

Pros

  • Classic and stylish
  • An all-around shoe
  • Budget-friendly
  • Machine-washable
  • Extremely lightweight
  • Heel is stiff
  • Great colorways

Cons

  • Heel is stiff
  • Not durable

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  • Prefer a shoe that doesn’t require a break-in period
  • Are looking for lightweight and affordable kicks

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Who should NOT buy it

If durability is your top priority when finding the right pair for you, try the Keds Champion. Just like the Add a product, it is inexpensive and lightweight. If you are someone who prefers a padded collar, Want stylish yet classic footwear is a great alternative. It has a soft leather material and the quality is superb. 

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Durability is poor

Quite a number of users were dissatisfied with the shoe’s durability. One said that after three months of wearing it, the “sides of the shoe are coming apart.” With just a few walks outdoors, a tester said that the shoe “fell apart.” "The sole on one of the shoes is about to separate from the entire shoe," another unhappy wearer added. 

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A wearer stated that the Center II by Keds fits true to size for her. The downside? "Heel is stiff." It rubs against the skin causing blisters, even with thicker socks.

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Just wash and air dry

Add a product is machine washable. Some people lauded it as it is easy to clean. If you get them dirty just “throw them in the washer and air dry,” said a fan.

Never goes out of style 

Several sneaker fans praised the Add a product for its classic yet trendy look. According to a user, it’s a type of footwear that can go with an outfit dress up, or dress down. With its multiple colorways, one said that “they look so fresh and upbeat.” A reviewer added that she loved the colorful shoe laces. 

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No need to shell out a big amount of money for the Add a product as it is way below the average price of a regular sneaker. With a retail price of only $50, a sneaker enthusiast was glad to have found a “sneaker at an affordable price.” For reference, the average price of a low-top, tennis-inspired sneaker is at $93.

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Instantly comfortable

Fans appreciated the fact that they "don't need to have a break-in period" with the Center II by Keds. It's "comfy right out of the box," says an avid fan. 

Never goes out of style

According to a tester, Ked Center II is one dependable companion in his daily walk because it’s “very lightweight.”

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