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* Converse (Chucks, Jack Purcell)
 
* Converse (Chucks, Jack Purcell)
 
* Gravis
 
* Gravis
* Nike (SB, Plimsolls)
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* Nike (SB, Plimsoles)
* Vans Authentics, Era
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* Vans (Authentics, Era)
 
* Generic Surplus
 
* Generic Surplus
  

Revision as of 07:15, 31 May 2013

sneak·er /ˈsnēkər/ Noun A soft shoe with a rubber sole worn for sports or casual occasions.

Low-top sneakers

Low-tops are extremely versatile, and a great replacement for ratty tennis shoes. They can easily be dressed up or down. These are often not too pricey. A few pairs, in mute colors like white or black, should cover your wardrobe and not break the bank.

ADD MORE ABOUT DIFFERENT BRANDS AND STUFF FROM PRICE RANGES

Cheap-tier

  • Adidas (Samba, Adi Ease)
  • Converse (Chucks, Jack Purcell)
  • Gravis
  • Nike (SB, Plimsoles)
  • Vans (Authentics, Era)
  • Generic Surplus

Mid-Tier

  • AllSaints
  • Svensson
  • National Standard
  • Raf Simons (Made in Portugal)
  • Generic Man

High-tier

  • Common Projects
  • Raf Simons (Made in Italy)
  • Balenciaga
  • Rick Owens

High-top sneakers

The less versatile form of shoes, as the name suggests they come above the ankle. Be careful here, many high top sneakers are found to be gaudy, and harder to pull off. It's easy to fall into hypebeast territory here.