Our verdict
Aside from being your personal time machine, the Authentic 44 DX from Vans is the salt to your wardrobe buffet. Indeed, it fleshes out whatever attire you wish to put on, all while caressing your feet in its dreamy confines. "A near perfect shoe" (as one reviewer puts it), this long-lasting skate-inspired sneaker sticks to its roots, giving its name—the Authentic part—great justice.
Pros
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- Mesmerizing comfort
- Expressive colorways
- Enhanced overall quality
- Glove-like fit
- Channels that ‘90s vibe
- Remarkably durable
Cons
- Subpar arch support
- Lace lengths don't match
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The 44 DX is yet another doozy member of Vans' Authentic lineup. Purchase it if:
- You're into low-profile sneakers that come in multiple fun and imaginative colorways.
- Long-wearing skate-ready kicks are what you're after.
- You prefer shoes that remain relevant (a.k.a. "in") for years to come.
Who should NOT buy it
If you need extra arch support, trade the Authentic 44 DX for the Skate Authentic. And with no laces, the Vans Slip-On is a great alternative to the featured shoe.
Versatile chicness in the Authentic 44 DX
Sneaker fans in droves are smitten by the understated beauty of the Authentic 44 DX. Their raves are reflected in the following:
- "Ultra cute."
- "Adorable with jeans."
- "Kenzo x Vans logo patch detailed track pants."
- "They look killer."
Something remarkably comfortable
The Vans Authentic 44 DX is quite pampering, and many reviewers agree. Someone who has extra-wide feet says that it provides "very pleasing comfort." Another one says that the shoe is "so comfortable to wear for hours at a time." Yet another sneakerhead says that it's "more comfortable than the plain Authentics."
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Quite a number of reviewers commend the Authentic 44 DX for having numerous imaginative colorways. Remarks such as "I love the colors" and "great color selections" put weight on their observation.
Vans Authentic 44 DX: Authentically well-made
When it Silas to longevity and construction, the Authentic 44 DX is quite exemplary. "This shoe brings it all back," says someone who appreciates the huge quality bump in this shoe compared to previous non-American-made releases from Vans. Another reviewer, on the other hand, adores the longevity of this piece, saying that it's "absolutely one of the most durable shoes out there."
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There are those who wish the arch zone of the Authentic 44 DX was beefier. One of them, a person who has suffered from plantar fasciitis, says that the shoe "lacks any strong arch support."
A blast from the past
Its enduring design is something many reviewers deeply adore. "It’s exactly like the pair I remember," says one sneaker fan who owned the OG model back in the early '90s. Another one simply dubs this kick: "dope classic sneaker."
Impressive, fit-wise
The Authentic 44 DX, a skate shoe that looks better in real life, delivers a glove-like fit. Its moderately padded interior hugs the foot just right, with a couple of reviewers saying that its fit is perfect.
The alienating shoestrings of the Authentic 44 DX
It's been reported that the Vans Authentic 44 DX Silas with laces that don't match in length. It's an isolated issue, however, and can be categorized as a manufacturing oversight.