With the rise of athleisure, sneakers have gone from a casual afterthought at the back of your wardrobe to the key trend piece of any ensemble . From statement-making Dad trainers to all-terrain hiking sneakers and rainbow-hued tennis shoes, there have never been as many options to shop.
With a hot new release hitting the shelves every other hour, it can be tough to contend with the relentless trend cycle – particularly if you like to invest in pieces that you’ll love long after the hype has died down. Enter the humble Converse sneaker, a trend-averse alternative to everything your algorithm is telling you to buy.
That isn’t to say that Converse sneakers aren’t ‘in’ for 2024 (in fact, you’ll notice a significant portion of the style set sub in a pair of Chuck Taylor All-Stars on the regular – see above for photographic proof) but they’re also never really ‘out’ – making them the perfect antidote to FYP-led footwear that will immediately date once donned by an unpopular political figure.
There’s also a coterie of modern reinterpretations of the style (hello, Carhartt WIP x Converse) as well as the brand’s most beloved staple colourways.
Scroll on for ELLE‘s edit of the best Converse sneaker styles to shop in 2024.
The best Converse sneaker styles 2024
Converse Chuck Taylor All Star Platform Hi – Women’s
$90 (usually $140) at The Iconic
Converse Chuck Taylor All Star Ox
$130 at The Iconic
Converse Chuck 70 Renew Redux Hi Top – Unisex
$60 (usually $150) at The Iconic
Converse Chuck Taylor All Star Lift Hi – Women’s
$140 at The Iconic
Does anyone still wear Converse?
An enduring style staple, a pair of classic Converse sneakers will remain a go-to shoe choice in your wardrobe for years to come – which is why you’ll spot them being sported by style tastemakers on the regular. As a versatile footwear option that can be worn in countless ways (just ask Vivienne Jolie, who recently wore a pair of Chuck Taylors to the black tie 2024 Tony Awards).
Why is Converse All Star so popular?
Forever stylish yet suitably nostalgic, the Converse All Star is the most popular style for the brand thanks to its comfortable fit, affordable price point, minimalistic aesthetic and streamlined silhouette – the New York Times even dubbed the Chuck Taylor the ‘greatest shoe of all time‘ due to its timeless appeal.
You’re also just as likely to see your uncle rocking a pair at the family barbecue as your most style-obsessed friend, so consider the Converse All Star one of fashion’s ultimate equalisers.
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