KEEN KS86 Women’s Sneakers, Model 1031798

Model: The KEEN KS86 women’s sneakers pair a suede finish with a recycled mesh upper and an assertive tread. The manufacturer describes a traditionally wider KEEN footwear shape, while customer feedback reports comfort and traction alongside mixed experiences with sizing.

At a glance

Suede detailing gives the KS86 a retro-inspired look, according to the product description.
The upper combines durable recycled mesh and suede.
KEEN describes the shape as its traditional wider footwear form.

Price

£50.95Save 20%

Reference price: ~~£64.05~~

Price checked: 13 Nov 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

A wider traditional shape may suit buyers who prefer more room in the footwear.
The mesh-and-suede upper combines two distinct materials rather than relying on a single listed upper material.

Technical specifications

7 specifications

Identity
Brand	KEEN
Model number	1031798
Department	Women's

Materials and design
Upper	durable recycled mesh upper
Other upper material	suede
Footwear shape	KEEN's traditional wider footwear form
Tread	aggressive tread

What to know before buying

Customer feedback describes the fit as mixed. Some appreciate the roomy toe box, while others say the shoes run a little big, so consider fit carefully when choosing a size. The page does not establish waterproofing.

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Women looking for KEEN casual sneakers with a suede-and-mesh upper.
Buyers who prefer a roomy toe area and want a shoe customers report using for walking and hiking.

Less suited to

Shoppers who specifically need confirmed waterproof footwear, as waterproofing is not stated for this model here.
Anyone who needs a consistently close-fitting size without allowing for reported sizing variation.

KEEN KS86 Women’s Sneakers, Model 1031798 · photo 2 — Additional product photo 2

Customer reviews on Amazon

4.4 / 5 · 401 ratings

5 stars68%68%
4 stars17%17%
3 stars8%8%
2 stars4%4%
1 star3%3%

Customer feedback highlights comfort, construction, appearance, arch support and traction, with reported use for walking and hiking. Fit is less consistent: some customers like the roomy toe box, while others find the shoes run large. That sizing variation matters for buyers considering this model’s stated wider shape. Ratings lean positive overall, but ratings alone do not explain individual experiences.

Positive themes

Customers report comfort and good traction.
Feedback describes the shoes as well-made and attractive, with appreciated arch support.
Customers mention using them for walking and hiking.

Mixed feedback

Fit feedback is mixed. Some customers like the roomy toe box, while others say the shoes run a little big.

Frequently asked questions

Are the KS86 sneakers waterproof?

Waterproofing is not stated in the supplied product details, so do not assume these are waterproof.

How does the fit run?

The manufacturer describes KEEN's traditional wider footwear shape. Customer feedback is mixed, with some liking the roomy toe box and others saying the shoes run a little big.

What materials are used in the upper?

The product description lists a durable recycled mesh upper and suede.