Skater shoes/comfort shoes have been the hottest trend for the last year – Vans, Keds, and most importantly Converse (Namely Chucks) have made a huge appearance everywhere from the streets (skateboarders) to the business professional and casual (Club Monaco mannequins have sported plain white canvas chucks alongside cashmere sweater vests and starched shirts).

What is it about these classic shoes that make them so appealing? Well I think I’ve broken it down for myself:

1. They’re cheap. They all retail at approximately $60.00, sometimes even less if you catch it on sale or you buy a really funked out colour (neons)
2. They’re a cross between a sport shoe and a shoe purely for style – without the weird design
3. They’re versatile – you can wear them virtually for everything
4. They’re comfy
5. The designs they’re coming up with are just so fresh and funky you can’t help but love them.

Check out their website for the upcoming fall trends (polka dots and graphic in high tops and low) – www.converse.com