Ive worn Converse Hi-tops for 26 years,since I was a 13 year old skater. I saw my heroes growing up wearing them also-The Ramones,Stray Cats,The Dead Boys,etc. & various skateboarders of the 80s & 90s. Theyve been around for decades,& the design hasn't changed much. They are the most comfortable shoe in my opinion,and the Hi-tops give great ankle support for whatever sport or slampit its put thru.