Casual Shoe Recommendation

[Enigma89]

Hey everyone, for the past year and a half I have been wearing Adidas Sambas for everyday use and I feel like I need more shoes, or at least one more pair. The Black Adidas Sambas cannot match up with everything I wear so I need something that gives me more flexibility to color coordinate. Because money is somewhat of an issue, I am looking to spend from the $30-80 range. I am thinking of maybe getting these types of vans:

They are just plain shoes, but the problem is EVERYONE owns a pair and I am not sure if I just want to follow suit with everyone. Or the Tretorn T-56:

These are simple looking shoes, but one problem is that they are white and autumn/winter is right around the corner. The other thing is I wear Nudie jeans and I don't know how much dye is going to rub off on these. Any recommendations would be very appreciated. I think I want to stay in the blue and or white color range so I can try to maximize color coordination. EDIT: No Pumas please.

 

[RFX45]

Jack Purcell's are a great option, especially for the price. There are plenty of color choices as well.

 

[ashenwreck]

If getting them right away isn't important, you can customize CTs/Purcells at Converse's site. Yes, they're ubiquitous, but still always a safe bet. Otherwise, maybe PF Flyers? I've never owned anything from Tretorn, but they're shoes seem nice enough.

 

[bsyde82]

though i own neither, i like spring court and superga for a real simple white sneaker

 

[Enigma89]

Are PF Flyers a better quality than Vans?

 

[dano]

I just bought a pair of Simple shoes. I got the sno tire hemp version, which looks similar to the purcell's except without the rubber toe cap. The white is kind of an off white under close inspection. I think this shade of white looks better than a straight bleach white. I ordered them off the Simple website but they are on zappos as well. About $55, and I can fit my custom orthotics in them, and very fast shipping from www.simpleshoes.com.

http://www.simpleshoes.com/ProductDe...no%20Tire-Hemp

 

[ashenwreck]

I wouldn't really say they're leaps and bounds better than Vans quality wise, but they're more comfortable to wear.

 

[WoodyStylee]

I faced the same problem, but randomly discovered these at a boutique shoe store called Bodega in Boston.

Evisu Natsake's - mine are white/gold, but they come in a few diff colors if u look around online. Similar look to vans/all-stars..but NO ONE has them (no one ive met at least). I paid $85 for them, but after putting them in the washing machine a dozen times, (theyre canvas uppers) - they are starting to fall apart and i begin a new quest for uncommon shoes...and more suggestions???

 

[rapdancin]

how about some ponys? you might also like stuff from 100 styles and running or maybe pointer (i could only find them for sale here, but you can see their whole collection here)

 

[smoothie]

Originally Posted by WoodyStylee

I faced the same problem, but randomly discovered these at a boutique shoe store called Bodega in Boston.

Evisu Natsake's - mine are white/gold, but they come in a few diff colors if u look around online. Similar look to vans/all-stars..but NO ONE has them (no one ive met at least). I paid $85 for them, but after putting them in the washing machine a dozen times, (theyre canvas uppers) - they are starting to fall apart and i begin a new quest for uncommon shoes...and more suggestions???

I'm not walking around promoting McDonald's on my feet

 

[Enigma89]

Alright, thanks for all of the advice guys, I appreciate it greatly.

 

[London]

Cp's or Tretorns on the cheap

 

[DBoon]

PF Flyers...Bob Cousy, Waver, Windjammer, Center Lo And Jack Purcell converse are better than John Varvatos converse

 

[Neo_Version 7]

I would actually stick with the Authentics if all else fails. I've been thinking of picking up a pair myself in white.