Our verdict

DC Villain is one of the brand's convenient yet street-ready offerings. It has a slip-on design and a slipper-like comfort that we absolutely adore. Additionally, we found that it's lightweight, breathable, and durable. The sneaker has a cup sole construction along with DC's Pill Pattern tread on the outsole. These features make this shoe another worthy model from the famous skate brand.

Pros

  • Trendy style
  • an affordable slip-on shoe that you can wear during the summer and spring season
  • Comfortable all-day wear
  • Easy to put on and off
  • Lightweight construction
  • Breathable
  • Durable

Cons

  • Poor traction
  • Lacks cushioning

Audience verdict

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  • However, despite its rubber outsole, we found that the DC Villain has poor traction DC sneakers

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DC Villain side profile

Comfortable all-day wear

One of the best things we encountered in this shoe is its slipper-like comfort which we were able to revel in all day. We realised that what also added to the overall comfort was the well-padded collar and tongue.

DC Villain padded collar

Slip in and out of the DC Villain effortlessly 

It is easy to put it on and off, and we never had a difficult time doing so. The slip-on design made this possible.

DC Villain slip on design

It is cushioned and lightweight, but we find the cushioning insufficient

We have nothing but praise for the DC Villain's lightweight construction. Even the EVA midsole provides lightweight cushioning. 

DC Villain cushioning

Both for casual and formal occasions.

Lab test results

The sneaker is lined with mesh for ventilation and we can actually attest to the breathability of the shoe.

DC Villain heel part

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The rubber outsole features DC's signature Pill Pattern tread, which by the way, provides excellent durability.

DC Villain outsole

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Unique style for each colorway

There are three colour options for the DC Villain: white with a perforated upper, black/camo print with a camouflage heel accent, and black print with an all-over printed DC logo detailing. 

We noticed that its neutral colour scheme and moccasin-inspired stitching around the toe give the shoe a dressy appeal, which we also confirmed to suit both formal and casual outfits. 

DC Villain upper

We like the DC Villain's trendy and casual style; we had fun styling it with different clothes, such as shorts or jeans.

DC Villain also has a slightly formal look, which we thought was perfect for work or other formal occasions.