Cole HaanMen's Grand Series Jensen Sneaker

I bought a pair at a discount. Box was damaged but shoes were sparkling white. Made in Asia like most consumer goods. Quality is average. It is the tongue that digs into my leg (there is no padding). Stan Smiths have no padding on the tongue so keep this in mind. Lining is cloth instead of leather. Not as comfortable or soft on inside like Nike Air Force or Adidas Stan Smith. Rubber sole is easier to keep clean than molded polyurethane that is currently used on some shoes - but note that rubber soles also adds weight. Leather is very stiff but that also means the structure is more likely to be durable (well that is in theory). A quick internet search and it is obvious Cole Haan probably shares molds/manufacturers for some of their model lines. Other high end white sneakers share the vamp, sole and other bits and pieces. In fact, they look identical except for the logos/branding. Not sure I would pay $160 for these just for the Cole Haan brand name as the almost identical shoe sells for much less if you search for “New Republic Men's Kurt Leather Sneaker” brand. Sadly, “Winthrop Clay” also makes an all leather sneaker with the same sole for less than one-third the price. It’s obvious Banana Republic, Cole Haan, and other brands are outsourcing their production to manufacturers in China and India. Even European brands like Ecco are doing this discretely and upcharging for the same shoes; so, pay close attention and shop around.

Great casual dress shoe. Very comfortable. Runs about a 1/2 size big.

This is an extremely nice looking shoe and it feels great on the foot. I think everyone should have a pair of these.

Not only do these shoes look great, but they are incredibly comfortable.

Way too big

Never received the shoes even though the driver said they dropped them off. Felt very betrayed especially because they were so expensive and it was the holidays. Couldn't get a replacement either.

The craftsmanship and overall quality exceeded my expectations. Fits true to size with appropriate toe room to spare. The leather is buttery and exquisite. This is a high quality, no BS, dress sneaker.

Cole Haan's Jensen sneakers are comfortable, and stylish daily-wear sneakers. I would normally wear Vans for my every day shoes, but these sneakers are a little bit dressier and just as comfortable. I definitely wouldn't skate in them (not that I really skate anymore anyway) but for daily wear they're perfect. The material outside is smooth and supple, drys quickly if splashed, and doesn't seem to stain easily. Depending on how you rest your feet when you sit, some mild creases form around the nose of the shoe, which is pretty normal with leather shoes (in my exp). I wear a size 12 shoe, and have worn these with both dress socks and regular socks. As you would expect there a little looser with dress socks, but still very comfortable with either. I appreciate that the heel of the shoe feels supportive and like a real leather shoe (not like many other sneakers that are literally plastic wrapped in foamy fabric). I've been wearing these shoes (on and off) for a few months now, and have no compliants.

Looked like white Croc skin. Weird. First time I bought it was smooth.