The Vans Kids Classic Slip-On (Checker) Black/Pewter is a darker tone counterpart to the original. Having the black being the base you get some darker grey squares making the checker pattern to look more on the classy side. Available to kids of all ages! Your kids won't have to wait to grow into adults shoes, we got them here right now! Elastic banding, vulcanized rubber sole, and durable upper canvas will save you time and money!