The Vans Authentic Cord in "Monk's Robe" Brown features an all corduroy upper with a pure white vulcanized sole. The classic silhouette with a revamped upper is done properly with a thin material corduroy to cut down on the bulk that often comes from putting thick materials on shoes.
The shoe runs true to size, if you are used to ordering one half size down in Vans, you should probably stick with your true size this time around.