Maybe its just me but I'm always looking for simple pairs of sneakers that are 'like converse but not plain old converse that little kids wear'. These chukka sneakers from The Hill side have a boot-like grip on them and black herringbone body. you can pick them up online for $185, if your on the west coast try UnionMadeGoods, if your back east I'd go with the Hickorees out of Brooklyn.
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