Effortlessly Cool! Vans authentic black on black is a low profile gender neutral shoe with a durable canvas upper, elastic sides, Vans flag label and original gum waffle outsole. Vans are some of the most popular sneakers on the market these days, and for good reason. With a wide variety of shoe models ranging from traditional lace-ups to the brand’s classic slip-ons in a range of fabrics, Vans blend comfort and style.