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Everyone has converse trainers are they now passe?

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Moosacat · 04/05/2011 13:46

A line full of mums and DD's in converse while sitting watching a class, I don't want to be the same, I bought Primark version (£5) and lasted 3 weeks, there's a surprise! Are Vans the new trend? (never been 'on trend') and are they any good? And what does this say the fact I have to ask??

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cardibach · 04/05/2011 22:27

I love them because I am size 9 and they fit. THe range is in ALL sizes, no mens'/womens' divide. I couldn't give a stuff if everyone else or nobody else is wearing them. They last and last, and I get loads of comments on my double lace high tops!
I like the complete flatness, too, as I prefer bare feet really. I do have trouble with my arches, but Converse don't seem to cause any problems.

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ratspeaker · 04/05/2011 22:44

Converse-they're comfy but I prefer my Docs

unless I'm wearing Crocs
< runs and hides>

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Cutiecat · 04/05/2011 22:54

I would love to wear them but I have a wide foot. They are just too uncomfy. Birkenstocks or Crocs for me especially as I am pregnant and thus even worse. Such a shame.

I do sort of get your thing about everyone having them. There is a definate tribe that wear them.

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Cutiecat · 04/05/2011 22:55

Oh and I read that the flatness of them (and regular flip flops) make them as bad for your legs as stilettos.

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DaftApeth · 04/05/2011 23:01

I don't find my converse particularly good for my feet because of the flatness, it can set off my plantar faciitis. So I use inserts in mine which seems to do the trick.

I hate breaking a new pair in too. I have one pair that are beginning to fall apart so may have to get another pair. Black or grey this time, I think.

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pinkstarlight · 05/05/2011 00:41

as a mother who has spent a fortune on all stars conversers in every colour you can imagine for 2 teenage daughters,all i can say is thank god one of my daughters has now discovered vans they are much more practicle and hardwearing.

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misshospitalcorners · 05/05/2011 01:00

I'm in my 30's. I basically live in my jeans and wear converse & vans. I don't care about trend - I certainly couldn't tell you what was in or out of fashion. Converse and Vans are comfortable, as well as addictive , plus they last for years and come out of the washing machine looking (near enough) new.
I shop around and have them in a range of colours - couldn't care less if I stand out or blend in.
PS: Have recently bought DD her first pair.