Venous diseases often present with characteristic cutaneous manifestations. The importance of diagnosing and treating dermatologic findings of chronic venous disease should be emphasized, because the estimated prevalence is as high as 17% in men and 40% in women. Varicose veins, which are one skin finding, are linked to chronic venous insufficiency and to the associated acute venous diseases, superficial thrombophlebitis and deep vein thrombosis. Several other cutaneous features are unique to acute or chronic diseases and should be recognized. Appropriate management of these disorders is necessary to avoid progression of disease and potential complications.