NY Sneakers
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We've not changed our NY Sneakers much since they first launched in 2015. Like most models in our permanent collection, we've just made small tweaks and adjustments along the way to make them the best vegan sneakers we know how.
The newest update is to the uppers. In the latest batch they're made with our new matt-finish Italian bio-based vegan leather (62–66% plant-origin materials) — we love this finish, we think it gives a more luxe look and feel, and we're now using it across all new batches of our white sneakers and trainers.
The other change is underfoot: the tan rubber outsoles now carry recycled content, made with 10% recycled rubber — you'll spot it in the flecks of material within them. Apart from that, nothing's changed. Same sidewall stitching on the outsoles, same stitching details through the uppers, same comfy fit, same attention to detail you'd expect from WVS — from the metal lace tips in 100% zamak (a durable zinc alloy) to the extra-strong laces in 100% recycled polyester.
Inside, grey woven Tencel™ linings are soft against the foot, breathable and moisture-wicking to help keep your feet cool, sockless or not. Underfoot, cushioned layered insoles pair soft memory foam over a recycled PU base (20% recycled PU).
After all, what's there to change when you've got a classic silhouette?
- Upper
- Italian bio-based vegan leather (62–66% plant-origin materials)
- Lining
- Grey woven Tencel™ linings – very soft against your feet, breathable and moisture-wicking to keep them fresh and dry
- Insole
- Cushioned layered insole – a soft memory foam top layer over a recycled PU base (20% recycled PU) cut to fit the shoe
- Outsole
- Hard-wearing, grippy rubber outsole made with 10% recycled rubber
- Laces
- Long, extra-strong laces (100% recycled polyester), with metal lace tips (100% zamak — a durable zinc alloy)
- Shank
- Steel shank for stability and support through the arch
- Hardware
- Metal eyelets and lace tips — both 100% zamak (a durable zinc alloy)
- Construction
- Mounted (cemented) construction – the upper is lasted to shape and the outsole bonded directly underneath. The most widely used construction method in footwear, it gives a clean, flexible build, though the outsole isn't easily resoled
- Water Resistance
- Water-resistant for everyday wear – keeps you dry in rain, puddles, wet streets, and most winter conditions. Just avoid heavy saturation or full submersion.
- Width
- D width fitting – a slightly wider fit with more volume than standard
- Fit
- Order your usual size. Half size? Wider width fittings size up, narrower width fittings size down.
- Heel Height
- 2.5 cm
- Toe Height
- 2.5 cm
- Toe Shape
- Round toe
- Instep
- Flat insole through the arch
- Break-in Time
- You should find these comfy straight out of the box.
- Type
- Sneakers
- Closure
- Lace-up
- Gender
- Women's
- Made In
- Portugal
- Weight
- 1.26 kg per pair
Women's
| EU Size | Foot Length (mm) |
|---|---|
| 36 | 227 |
| 37 | 233 |
| 38 | 240 |
| 39 | 247 |
| 40 | 253 |
| 41 | 260 |
| 42 | 267 |
Men's
| EU Size | Foot Length (mm) |
|---|---|
| 40 | 253 |
| 41 | 260 |
| 42 | 267 |
| 43 | 273 |
| 44 | 280 |
| 45 | 287 |
| 46 | 293 |
| 47 | 300 |
| 48 | 307 |
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They wore off very quickly, especially at the heel... Too bad because they are very beautiful & simple!
Hi Erin,
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review for NY Sneakers. We're sorry to hear that you experienced some issues with the quality of our product. We take all feedback seriously and will be sure to pass this along to our team for improvement. I have just sent an email to you with some more information to help you further.
For your peace of mind we will always refund, replace or try to repair any purchase you make from us if you are not happy at any point.
Speak soon
Henry
I usually love WVS so I was super sad to see that these broke down at the at the heel after only a couple of months of wear. I even tried to ask a cobbler to fix them but he said the fabric was completely wore off and there wasn't much he could do.
For this price, and for the ethics of slow fashion of brand, I would have expected a longer life :(
Sadly I had to ask for a refund for my NY sneakers. They looked great and were really comfirtable but after a few weeks the lining had developed holes around the heel and inside the toe area. Such a shame as I shop with Wills in order to reduce waste and usually Wills shoes last but not this time.
I think these sneakers are absolutely adorable. Unfortunately they are terrible walking shoes and too big for a USA Women's size 7. My shins and feet hurt after walking with them.
I have been a long time customer of WVS & had these deceivers to my son in London rather than NZ ready to use for travelling. From day one they were perfect initially slight rubbing as my feet a bit swollen from travel but nothing a Band-Aid couldn’t fix. I have worn nearly every day for last 3 weeks including a bit of ‘off road’ - really happy. Easy to clean and I expect a few years of use . Stylish enough for walking around cities and practical enough for other places.