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A Buyers Guide to Converse | Fit, Care and Style

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Converse Review

Converse is without a doubt one of the most iconic and recognizable brands in the shoe world. Giving us some of the most beloved and best-selling silhouettes ever made, you’re never too far away from a pair. Whether you’re getting your first pair or considering a change of style, we’ve teamed up with our experts to put together the ultimate guide for ensuring your Converse fit well and stays fresh.

Everyone remembers their first pair of Chucks, they are one of those pairs of shoes everyone should have in their lifetime. Here’s our Converse buyer’s guide, covering everything from how your Converse fit, how to style them, and ways to keep them looking good as new.

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Beginnings

Converse have been big from the beginning, making up over 80% of the sneaker industry in America when they launched in 1915. When basketball player Chuck Taylor came on board in 1923 the brand went from strength to strength, becoming a must-have on the American basketball scene. Fast forward and we’ve now firmly adopted converse into our day-to-day wardrobe, coming off the court and into the everyday. Seen in some of the most iconic films ever made and worn by legends, Converse is without a doubt one of the best-loved sneaker brands of all time.

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Is Converse true to size?

In general, Converse fits bigger than your average shoe. On their site, the brand states that Converse fits a half size bigger but some people say to go down a full size, especially if you wear a larger size to start with.

A great way to find your Converse size is by manually measuring your foot. Stand on a piece of paper straight against a wall. Get someone to mark the top of your top and the back of your heel and then measure the distance between these two points. This can be far more reliable than relying on sizes that may not be uniform across different brands.

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How should I wash my Converse?

Though tempting, do not machine wash your converse!

To wash classic canvas Converse:

  1. Separate the laces from the shoes
  2. Soak a fabric brush in some warm water and mild soap, this will make the bristles a little gentler.
  3. Use the brush to scrub away any marks on the canvas and rubber sole.
  4. Avoid using too much water to prevent water stains and make them easier to dry.
  5. Place the laces into the bowl of water and soap, give them a wash with your hands.
  6. Lay the Converse and laces out to air dry. Stuff the shoe with paper to ensure they keep their shape.

To wash suede styles, gently brush away any marks or dirt with a suede brush. Don’t use any water.

To wash leather styles, simply wipe the surface with a damp cloth and mild soap.

The Jason Markk essential cleaning kits are highly recommended coming with a solution and brush, making cleaning your converse not such a hard job.

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What is the difference between All Star and All Star 70 Styles?

The 70 styles are generally more rigid and structured. They have a thicker sole with added cushioning and are made of a thicker canvas making them a stiffer, more structured style. The rubber on the 70 styles is finished with a glossy off-white coat, unlike the regular All Stars, giving them a classic Americana vintage feel.

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What’s the difference between All Stars and One Stars?

While the All Star originated as a basketball shoe, the One Star has its origins in skating. Thicker soled and often made of a material other than canvas, the One Star styles are a more modern take on the classic Converse styles being updated in new materials and patterns. If you’re looking to expand your Converse collection, why not try a One Star?

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Is Converse unisex?

All their classic Chuck Taylor All Star styles are unisex with standard unisex sizing. Beyond that, certain sizes may have specific male and female sizing to account for their shape. Our rule? If the shoe fits and you love it, wear it regardless.

How to style your converse

Here’s a rundown of the different styles and some inspiration for you to feast your eyes on.

One Stars

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Classic high tops

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Bold colours

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Platform Converse

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Kids Styles

First Stars

When your little monkey starts crawling and begins pulling themselves up, time for their First Stars. With a soft sole to help with balance but a toe cap to give them some durability, Converse First Stars are perfect for when they’re first up and moving.

Toddlers and Kids

When they’re up and walking, you can get your mini-me all your favorite Converse styles. From high tops to low tops in either lace fastening or velcro. See them through some of their big ‘first’ moments in a pair of iconic never-out-of-style sneakers.

Converse Move

Like classic converse Hi-Tops, but bolder. The Converse Move range takes the beloved converse style and amplifies them with a chunky platform sole. However, unlike other platforms, these trainers won’t weigh you down with their lightweight sole to keep you moving. Giving you a boost in both height and style, the Converse Move styles are perfect if you want retro styling with a bit more oompf.

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Save Up to 50% Off on Allbirds’ Black Friday and Cyber Weekend Sale

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It’s no secret that Allbirds is our favorite sneaker brand. Not only does the brand make stylish activewear shoes, but they’re also eco-friendly and sustainable, which makes us feel even better about buying from the brand—especially when they’re on sale. Right now, Allbirds’ massive Black Friday sale is on, which means you can save up to 50% off sitewide.

This is Allbids’ biggest sale of the entire year, so whether you’re looking for the perfect gift for someone on your holiday shopping list or just need a new pair of sneakers or sweats, now’s the time to treat yourself. Grab some of the brand’s best-sellers like the Tree Dasher 1s, Wool Runners, and Natural Leggings. Allbirds’ Black Friday sale runs through December 2, but we suggest shopping sooner than later—it’s selling fast!

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Huk Gear Review

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Huk Gear is a Charleston-based company. Their ideology is firmly hooked into the fishing and diving culture in their home state. Huk Gear combined a unique look with high-performance materials. Their outerwear, headwear, and swimwear all get the same devotion to feature and quality that you expect from their shirts. They always try to stay on the upfront with innovative products at very reasonable prices.

Products and services of Huk Gear: They bring you genuine apparel from the company that was raised on the water of Charleston. Fishing is a way of life, and they want to create something that full include the passion that is inside all of them. Huk Gear brings functional clothing without losing comfort. They started under the approach of being comfortable while on the water or bounded by nature.

Huk Gear offers tops, bottoms, fleece and hoodies, outerwear, footwear, belts, headwear, sun protection, and boxers. They also allow you to shop by their collection, such as Icon X, Foul weather, and rainwear. Huk Gear is expanding the brand to include fashion looks that reflect water, sand, sun. Their customers will always find a massive collection of casual fishing gear. Huk Gear believes in celebrating life and overcoming whatever hurdles get in their way.

Complains and feedbacks of Huk Gear: feedback is essential for the company to maintain its product quality and service.

HUK WOMENS REFLECTION PURSUIT

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The Huk Pursuit Long Sleeve is packed with Huk Performance Technology to handle the elements on the water. This lightweight crew neck shirt is an ideal layer on cooler days and perfect worn by itself when it’s hot. With +UPF 30 to block UVA and UVB rays for all-day sun protection, stain resistant and anti-microbial treatments and superior breathability, the Pursuit shirt is a must-have for any angler’s arsenal.

HUK WOMENS ICON X LONG SLEEVE SHIRT

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The Huk ICON X is one of the most popular fishing shirts available. When you wear this comfortable, perfect-fitting, sun-blocking +50 UPF crew you’ll be wearing apparel that not only looks great, but is built from state-of-the-art fabrics, durable poly-knit construction and most advanced materials for protection against the elements.

We proudly introduce our latest women’s ICON X long sleeve featuring our Internal Cooling Element (I.C.E) technology – engineered at the fiber level to cause an endothermic reaction once there is any contact with moisture (sweat) causing your body temperature to drop in minutes.

HUK WOMENS SUNWAVES PURSUIT

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The Huk Pursuit Long Sleeve is packed with Huk Performance Technology to handle the elements on the water. This lightweight crew neck shirt is an ideal layer on cooler days and perfect worn by itself when it’s hot. With +UPF 30 to block UVA and UVB rays for all-day sun protection, stain resistant and anti-microbial treatments and superior breathability, the Pursuit shirt is a must-have for any angler’s arsenal.

HUK WOMENS ROY TROY PURSUIT

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The Huk Pursuit Long Sleeve is packed with Huk Performance Technology to handle the elements on the water. This lightweight crew neck shirt is an ideal layer on cooler days and perfect worn by itself when it’s hot. With +UPF 30 to block UVA and UVB rays for all-day sun protection, stain resistant and anti-microbial treatments and superior breathability, the Pursuit shirt is a must-have for any angler’s arsenal.

HUK WAYPOINT HOODIE

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The Huk Waypoint Hoodie is a must-have for your days on the water. Made from recycled plastic bottles, we have created our softest and lightest fabric yet, while keeping plastic out of the waterways. The bottles are cleaned, crushed, melted and stretched into fibers that are woven into yarns. This then becomes a durable fabric that features 50+ UPF rating to keep you protected from the sun. The Waypoint Collection: Protect the Water. Protect your Skin.

HUK ROGUE WAVE

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The Rogue Wave is engineered for all kinds of nasty conditions. Its full neoprene and rubber upper construction provides durability and comfort. Bring it on, Mother Nature.

  • GripX Wet Traction Non-Marking Outsole
  • Neoprene and Rubber Upper
  • Molded Footbed
  • Heavy Duty Pull Tabs

HUK ICON X COLDFRONT 1/4 ZIP

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Our Coldfront Icon X 1/4 Zip will keep you warm and comfortable by combining durable, water-resistant material with cuffs and hem that guard you against the cold.

  • Designed with hollow-core warming fibers to trap heat
  • Blended fabric that gives you the flexibility and stretch that you need, while maintaining shape and fit
  • DWR (Durable Water Repellent) waterproof/breathable material that works to fight moisture at 3 unique layers
  • Created with a stain-resistant treatment that keeps stains from sticking and easier to wash out
    100% Polyester

HUK RUTLEDGE FISHING FLANNEL

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The Huk Rutledge Flannel Shirt is the perfect addition to your fall wardrobe. This incredibly soft, warm and comfortable shirt is made of 100% polyester for all day wear. It features two chest pockets with flaps and a button closure and an eyewear wipe.

HUK WAYPOINT WADING PANT

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Introducing: The Huk Wading Pant

  • 37% Recycled polyester
  • 35% polyester / 20% cotton / 8% spandex
  • Plier pocket
  • Back zippered pocket
  • 2 hand pockets
  • 30″ inseam

HUK BAND PURSUIT LONG SLEEVE

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The Huk Pursuit Long Sleeve is packed with Huk Performance Technology to handle the elements on the water. This lightweight crew neck shirt is an ideal layer on cooler days and perfect worn by itself when it’s hot. With +UPF 50 to block UVA and UVB rays for all-day sun protection, stain-resistant and anti-microbial treatments and superior breathability, the Pursuit shirt is a must-have for any angler’s arsenal.

HUK WAYPOINT PACKABLE INSULATED JACKET

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This exceptionally warm and lightweight full-zip jacket is constructed with stretch insulation, offering a versatile cold-weather jacket.

  • 100% Recycled nylon
  • Packs into its own pocket
  • Recycled yarns
  • 2 zippered hand pockets
  • Stretch binding at cuffs and hem
  • Interior hidden zippered chest pocket
  • Primaloft ECO Black 80gram

HUK PURSUIT VENTED HOODIE

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The Huk Pursuit Vented Hoodie is packed with Huk Performance Technology to handle the elements on the water. This lightweight crew neck shirt with mesh vented sides is an ideal layer on cooler days and perfectly worn by itself when it’s hot. With +UPF 50 to block UVA and UVB rays for all-day sun protection, stain-resistant, anti-microbial treatments, and superior breathability: the Pursuit shirt is a must-have for any anglers arsenal.

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Allbirds Launches Pink Running Shoes

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We’ve all heard the canonical phrase, “on Wednesdays, we wear pink” from the 2004 cult classic Mean Girls, but the phrase has been reincarnated in today’s launch of the Allbirds x Lindsay Lohan collab which declares, “on Wednesdays, we launch pink.” The pink to which the beloved brand is referring is a limited edition Lux pink color of the Allbirds Tree Flyer running shoe, available in both men’s and women’s sizes. The shoe also comes in six other color options and has gained attention for being both sustainable and a comfortable and reliable training shoe.

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The shoe was most recently included in Runner’s World’s “What We’re Testing” roundup for May. Runner-in-Chief Jeff Dengate found the shoe to be lighter and bouncier than Allbirds’ original running shoe, the Tree Dasher. “It’s a little lighter than the Dasher, the upper feels a bit more refined for running fast, and the innovative midsole is soft but can handle my daily runs,” stated Dengate. “It’s still a little heavier than comparable shoes—and there are a lot of great daily trainers you can find for $160—but it shows promise that Allbirds is committed to making a great running shoe without using petroleum-based products.”

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While sustainability has become a top priority for countless consumers, many companies have fallen short of the mark with their supposedly eco-friendly offerings, which have either become subject to greenwashing or are simply sub-par products. But Allbirds is actually doing the work, creating a quality product that’s also actually eco-friendly. This shoe in particular is carbon-neutral and contains materials like castor beans, eucalyptus fiber, merino wool, and recycled water bottles. The brand has also pledged to continue lowering its carbon footprint as it expands its product offerings.

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Besides her fame—and ties to their slogan—Lindsay Lohan may seem like a bit of an odd choice for a running shoe collaboration, but Allbirds says that was intentional. They state on their website, “with Lindsay’s help, we’re reminding the world that anyone and everyone can lace up and move their body.”

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