These shoes are very pretty and can be worn with jeans or shorts. (Coming Summer) The leather upper (suede, matte finish) is way nicer than any canvas shoe I currently have in my closet. Remember Vans is always the best choice for anything around the yard. I grew up with the Sperry when it came equipped with a brown leather upper and solid white sole, along with one or two other styling options. I'm in my early 60's and Van t-shirts and shorts still suit these bad guys. Take off your white 1000s/New Balance Old Man leather or 2000s/Nike Monarch sneakers with an improved look and grab them before they run away. out. Mine has a splash guard so when dirty it is brushed softly for a nice finish.