31 Shoes in 31 Days: Day 14
Alison Pegg
Shoes have always been a cornerstone of my wardrobe, they’re part of my signature style. As the world starts to open up and we venture out again, I’m sharing a sneak peek into some of my collection, and the story each pair has to tell.
You know that shirt, those pants, even that coat that was a bit out of your comfort zone that you purchased a bit timidly? And now that same item is one of your favourite items in your closet? These shoes are one of those items for me.
The Converse Run Star Hikes were just finishing their first drop when I took the plunge on them, sneakerheads and celebrities were the only ones sporting them when I bit the bullet. Nervous that the thick soles would make my already large feet look huge, I was ridiculously self-conscious that I wouldn’t be able to pull them off. Trust the folks at Converse, the home of the most classic shoes there is, to put us all in their fashionably good hands.
Sure, the soles are huge on these, but the tread makes all the difference. It’s rugged, it’s interesting, and coupled with the slimming high-top, they balance each other in a way that makes everything work.
I find myself looking for reasons to pull these shoes out of the box. I pair them with long dresses and blazers for the office, slip skirts and short sleeves for weekends, and when I do put them with pants, always with a wide-legged or flared crop. It would be such a shame to hide the now-iconic soles on these.