Converse Chuck Taylor All Star High Top review

Who should buy the Converse Chuck Taylor All Star High Top

The Converse Chuck Taylor All Star High Top might benefit you if:

• You are after a pair of high-top sneakers that would burden your feet with their weight.
• A shoe that doesn't take much time and effort to tidy up is what you prefer.
• You are looking for a shoe that breathes well for a healthier foot experience.

Who should not buy the Converse Chuck Taylor All Star High Top

These Converse high-top kicks might not be for you if a shoe with a supple sole unit is what you prefer. The Star Series BB could deliver your needs. Also, flat-footed wearers may have to look elsewhere as it has been reported that the All Star High Top does not have much arch support. They are better off with the Chuck II High Top.

The All Star High Top's well-fitting experience

The high-top construction keeps the ankles firmly supported, while the eight-pair eyelet lacing system fastens the shoes securely to the feet. Some wearers also remarked that this sneaker even provides a good fit width-wise for people with narrow to wide feet.

Light and breathable

Many people have reported that this high-top sneaker offers comfort, thanks to its lightweight construction and adequate breathability.

Old-school all-rounder

Several have mentioned that these retro sneakers are great for kicking around in, working out, and skateboarding.

Flat and not so flexible sole unit

These high-top sneakers from Converse have flat and not very flexible soles, several users have said. Moreover, some have added that the shoes also do not have any arch support so cushioned inserts may be in order.

No-frills upkeep

A couple of sneakerheads have stated that the Chuck Taylor All Star High Tops are easy to clean off and, with proper care, will look new every time you wash them.

Durable yet affordable

Cheaper by $30 than other Converse high-tops like the Chuck 70 and the Lucky Star which are both retailed at $85, the All Star High Top ($55) is appreciated by the consuming public for its budget-friendly price. But despite its affordable price tag, its durability was not compromised. One owner even recounted that his pair lasted years.

All Star for all walks of life

Although geared as a performance shoe at the outset, the Converse Chuck Taylor All Star High Tops was developed into a lifestyle shoe that has attracted the attention of people from all walks of life, including celebrities in the grunge and pop culture scenes.

According to a very good number of reviewers, this kick's design can tie your whole outfit together and make any streetwear look stylish. Some have added that the shoes provide a good look for any age or gender.

This retro silhouette also has a timeless look that is easily matched with everything short of a suit or gown. Check below on how to make your Chucks more alive:

Men

• For a cozy everyday look, match Chuck Taylor All Star High Top unisex shoes in black (black/black) or (black/white) with ripped jeans and a beige knit or button-down shirt.
• To glam it up a bit, men can pair Converse Chuck Taylor All Star High Tops in white (optical white) with a crisp cuffed shirt and trousers.

Women

• A boxy shirtdress paired with Converse Chuck Taylor All Star High Top in blue (dazzling blue) can give off a stylishly easy look to pull off.
• Women can wear also wear their high-top Chuck Taylors in pink (plastic pink) with a mini dress and a retro jacket.

Tons of color options

The shoe's colors are wide and varied so sneaker enthusiasts can choose to their heart’s desire. Moreover, several owners have noted that the colorways of the Chuck Taylor All Star High Tops looked rich and exactly as they did on website pictures.

Additional info

• As a testament to the shoes’ popularity in the game of basketball, in the first-ever NCAA game that took place in 1939, both teams were wearing Converse All Stars.
• In the first Olympic basketball game which was held in 1936, the American Team sported all Chucks.
• The band, The Rolling Stones, made the Chuck Taylor their official sneaker for their 1989 Steel Wheels Tour.
• The ankle patch which bears Chuck Taylor’s name was his idea. It was added in to provide more support for the shoes.
• The Converse All Star was the first model to feature a “non-skid technology.” This was in 1917.
• The shoes have graced the feet of a lot of NBA greats. They have also been seen sported by celebrities such as Kristen Stewart, Rihanna, and Snoop Dogg.