![]() ![]() Since the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic, Amir has led Insider Reviews' face masks coverage with thoughtful recommendations based on CDC guidelines, expert opinions, and his own testing. Amir's coverage also includes eyewear, watches, and grooming products like electric razors and men's skincare. He's used his expertise in footwear and the footwear industry to review all kinds of shoes from sportswear giants, well-known casual brands, and startups. He's covered everything including the industry's shift to producing more sustainable clothing, the most comfortable loungewear, all of the best places to shop for affordable business casual attire, and more. As a collector of sneakers and fashion, Amir is passionate about all things related to style. Amir Ismael, senior reporter, Insider ReviewsĪmir Ismael is an editor for Insider Reviews, Insider's e-commerce branch of the service journalism team. I probably wouldn't wear these in the snowy winter (I actually appreciate the bulkiness of boots when it's freezing cold outside), but I wouldn't hesitate to travel with these as my only pair of shoes for both walking and adventuring. Vessi sneakers are designed to keep water out, while water shoes typically welcome water. ![]() I think it's worth emphasizing that these are not just overpriced water shoes. I'm confident that the only way your feet would get wet while wearing these is if they were fully submerged and water made its way in from the top. So, to put them to the test, I submerged them in a bucket of water and the inside stayed completely dry. I've worn my pair a handful of times in New York City, but luckily didn't come in contact with any rain or puddles. The Vessi Everyday Sneaker has all of the basic elements of a knit sneaker from a sportswear brand, which makes it very easy to wear regularly. Talia Ergas, freelance writer, Insider Reviews ![]() Plus, it even looked cute with my floral dress, and I felt comfortable wearing them to a restaurant for dinner. They stayed pretty clean, too, and I was glad I picked the oak brown which hid any scuff marks well. Comfortable and light like a sneaker yet water repellent like a rain boot, the Vessi weekend sneaker proved to be the perfect shoe for the adventure. The real test came when I spent a full day trekking through a variety of landscapes - strolling on a sandy beach, walking over dirt and gravel, and hiking stairs and hills - all while it drizzled on and off. They also slipped on and off without issue (no untying necessary), which I took advantage of multiple times throughout the flight. I wore them on the plane, and the stretchy material hugged my feet gently like socks (which was much appreciated as my feet tend to swell on planes). For a recent trip to Israel, I relied on Vessi's Weekend Sneaker in oak brown for a variety of scenarios, and they exceeded my expectations. Since I'm a new convert to traveling with a carry-on only, lightweight and versatile items are my travel wardrobe workhorses. Shop at Vessi External link Arrow An arrow icon, indicating this redirects the user." Now, the shoes are back in stock, and Vessi is back in business. "During the period of halting orders, we answered all consumer queries, got on the phone to listen to direct feedback, and we were able to learn even more about what our core customers crave - from seamless policies to product improvements," Yu told Insider. The demand became so overwhelming that Vessi decided to shut down its website for a few weeks to catch up on orders and learn more about the thousands of customers who had already bought pairs. In less than one year, the startup went from selling 5,000 pairs a month to 50,000 pairs a month, accounting for a 900% increase in sales. We named them the best waterproof sneakers in our buying guide for waterproof footwear, and apparently, we're not the only ones who like them so much. But as a retailer, a completely sold-out stock is actually a good problem to have - and it's one that Vancouver-based sneaker brand Vessi knows all too well.įounded in 2018 by Andy Wang, Tony Yu, and Mikaella Go, Vessi has gained notoriety for its 100% waterproof sneakers. As consumers, we all hate when the things we want are sold out.
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