Good. I used to have real Vans - same looks and all. I don't know if they are real because regular Vans have NEVER done this to my ankle/heel. I only went to the store for 3 items and upon checking out I noticed my ankle/heel was in terrible pain. And I looked down and I took a picture of my ankle bleeding. It's been 2 days since then and my ankle is still sore and swollen and I can only wear flip flops because all other shoes hurt. If you look at the top of the ankle of the sneakers, you'll notice a fairly large inward curve (this will give you an estimate of your Achilles tendon if you decide to buy a pair). I liked the old shoes I had and wanted to replace them, but that wasn't what I had in mind. I will turn back. Do not buy!