When Marquis M Converse left his management position and founded the Converse Rubber Shoe Company in Massachusettes in 1908, few people thought the company would have a future as a genuine innovator. It was in 1915, when Converse started making shoes for tennis, that the brand first gained momentum – and by the time the original Converse All-Star was introduced to basketball courts in 1917, the brand’s potential for success was obvious.
The biggest name associated with Converse has been Chuck Taylor since he first wore the shoes in 1921. Taylor was a professional sportsman, a basketball educator and a salesman for the Converse brand. The shoes bearing his name are among the most popular casual shoes available anywhere on earth today, even though they’re rarely worn by professional athletes. Popular Converse styles exist for men, women and children.
Choosing a pair of Cons is a matter of matching your personal style with your requirements for the shoe’s performance. For men, there is the popular Constar, Karve and Lifestyle pro. Women will find the Converse range is relatively unisex – what’s good for the boys is sized for the girls. Check out the Jack Purcell, the 80 Ox, the Ev Pro and the All Star sandal for a variety of options to suit your style. Of course, the ever-popular All Star is available in high and low top for men and women. And remember, virtually all Converse shoes are made in tiny sizes to suit the kids on your footwear shopping list.
Important things to consider when purchasing Converse shoes online include sizing, shipping fees and the authenticity of the merchandise on offer. Sizing for Cons is often difficult, because the shoes are narrow and run large – buy from a retailer with flexible exchange policies to avoid disappointment. Always aim to maximise your savings by finding shipping discounts. And, when it comes to specialised Converse, like those by Sailor Jerry, it’s important the merchant be reputable to guarantee the merchandise is real!
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