In this article I will directly compare Nike Dunk vs Vans sizing using photos of the shoes that I own. Do Nike Dunks and Vans fit the same?
In my experience, Nike Dunks fit about a half size bigger than Vans shoes. I think Nike Dunks fit true to size and Vans fit a little snug compared to normal shoe sizing. Click here to jump ahead on the page to view my side-by-side photo comparing the sizing of Nike Dunks to the sizing of Vans shoes.
Nike Dunk vs Vans Sizing
Men’s Photo Comparing Nike Dunks to Vans Sizing
Below is a photo of my men’s Vans Old Skool shoes compared to Nike Dunk Low. If you look closely, you can see that the Nike Dunk on the right has a little bit more length:
I also found this to be the case when I compared Vans sizing to Nike Dunk High:
In my experience, the Nike Dunks fit true to size and Vans fit a little bit smaller than my normal shoe sizing.
This is where you can view more comparison photos that I took for Vans sizing (photos include Vans Old Skool, Vans Authentic, Vans Era, Vans Sk8-Hi, Vans EVDNT, and Vans UltraRange EXO).
This is where you can view more men’s comparison photos that I took for Nike Dunk High.
This is where you can view more men’s comparison photos that I took for Nike Dunk Low.
Women’s Photo Comparing Nike Dunks to Vans Sizing
Below is a photo of a women’s Vans slip-on shoe compared to Nike Dunk Low. As you can see, the Nike Dunk Low fits larger than Vans sizing:
I also found this to be the case when I compared women’s Vans sizing to Nike Dunk High:
Just like with men, it is safe to assume that the Nike Dunks will fit larger than Vans sizing for women.
This is where you can view more comparison photos that I took for Vans sizing (photos include Vans Old Skool, Vans Authentic, Vans Era, Vans Sk8-Hi, Vans EVDNT, and Vans UltraRange EXO).
This is where you can view more women’s comparison photos that I took for Nike Dunk High.
This is where you can view more women’s comparison photos that I took for Nike Dunk Low.
Sizing Advice for Nike Dunks and Vans
In my experience, Nike Dunks fit true to size. Because Vans were originally created as performance skate shoes, they have a snug design. That said, many people still describe Vans as fitting true to size. But if you prefer a looser fit, or are between sizes, it may be best to size up Vans.
You can also view my other sizing resources linked below:
- Vans Shoe Sizing Guide
- Nike Dunk High Sizing Guide
- Nike Dunk Low Sizing Guide
- Nike Dunks Compared to AJ1 Sizing
- Vans vs Converse Shoe Sizing
- Nike Dunk vs Adidas Sizing
- Nike vs Vans Size Guide
Nike Dunk vs Vans Sizing Conclusion
In my experience, both Nike Dunk Low and Nike Dunk High fit a little bit bigger in length than Vans shoe sizing. Nike Dunks fit true to size for most people. Vans are also described as fitting true to size by many people, however, in my experience it is safe to assume Vans run just a little bit smaller than normal shoe sizing. If you prefer a loose fit or are between sizes, it may be best to size up Vans.