Chucks vs GTs vs Desert Boots vs Sperrys

[Jekyll]

Originally Posted by Bona Drag

This is somewhat o/t, as they aren't mentioned in the title, but they have come up. I can remain silent no longer:

Jacks are wack. They look ******* terrible. I can't be the only one who thinks this.

Start a thread.

 

[blackdarkeye]

what about german army sneakers?

 

[Johnathan]

Originally Posted by Bona Drag

This is somewhat o/t, as they aren't mentioned in the title, but they have come up. I can remain silent no longer: Jacks are wack. They look ******* terrible. I can't be the only one who thinks this.
You, sir, are insane.

 

[Composer_1777]

Canvas shoes suck, **** converse

 

[dfagdfsh]

I really want some Edward Greene for Ralph Lauren snuff suede boots, but I don't want to pay more than $50.

What can I do?

 

[Bona Drag]

Originally Posted by Composer_1777

Canvas shoes suck, **** converse

Fail; nothing wrong with Chucks. Jacks are just goof troop.

 

[APK]

Anyone have any experience with the Vans Greaserz S? They're perhaps a little less conservative than Chucks, but maintain the aesthetic while looking a bit more durable.

If I were going to go with Converse, I'd probably give the nod to the Purcells. They again keep the aesthetic of Chucks, but look nicer. I've heard some stories about questionable quality for the price, though.

 

[APK]

I should chime in on Chucks, too. I like the look, but don't have a pair for a couple reasons. I owned a pair back in high school. I never got comfortable in them and because of my shoe size, people were wondering if I'd just gotten out of a small car full of clowns.

Now that they're all the rage, it seems like every other person has Chucks. I'm one of the few people in my one circle of friends who doesn't own a pair. Again, I like the look, but they're worn by so many people that it can smack of conformity.

 

[Flame]

Originally Posted by blackdarkeye

what about german army sneakers?
They don't go with every outfit, but a pair in white, navy or black is a great buy since you can play with them in many ways. Pair them with a sweater, a cool tee and jeans, or a casual button shirt etc.

My go-to sneakers are Purcells, just love them in white or black leather or Chuck highs in solid colors.