On one of my recent visits to Charleston, I wore my Chucks one morning to grab coffee and walk around the Battery. I wasn’t really planning on walking around as much as I did. I really thought I’d spend that morning just sitting at a coffee shop, eat some food and then hop back on my bike. If you don’t remember, my bike was my BEST FRIEND this last trip.
I used to rarely ever wear my Chucks even though I had a pair for years. They run a tad too narrow for me, and I just don’t get the obsession with comfort over them. To me, they’re miserable. I love, instead, my Vans or Adidas.
I can walk miles in those shoes without a single complaint. So I always wondered how to make my Converse more comfortable so I could live in them! But this trip, I finally decided to do a couple of things.
These four simple tips made my Converse the most comfortable shoes I now own. I find that this has been a sneaker style I now feel is part of my personal style. I live in them! I found these few tips really helpful in making my super flat Converse more comfortable. If you’ve been struggling to figure out how to make your Converse more comfortable, give these three easy tips a try!
How To Make Your Converse More Comfortable
Loosen Up The Laces
Loosen the laces a bit all the way down the tongue. Sometimes you just loosen a few at the top where you tie it, but working your way all the way down will widen the shoe for you.
I don’t know why I didn’t think to do this, but loosening them just at the top won’t do the trick. Spend a little time starting at the bottom and give yourself some more room in those shoes.
New Socks
Update your socks. I ended up eventually wearing no socks with mine, but at first, I would wear my little mini socks with them or these from Amazon. Now the shoes are so much more comfortable and they survive lots of long walks and exploring when I travel.
Throw Them In The Wash
Give them a wash! The fabric on your chucks may be a little stiff and until you really wear them in, it may take some blisters. Speed up the process by throwing them in the wash to soften the fabric a bit.
Get Converse Insoles
Converse are known for their super flat shoes. So much so that they’re recommended for weightlifting to give you better balance and stability. But this is not ideal when walking 10-20K steps in your beloved Chucks. With no arch support, Converse can be quite uncomfortable. Especially if you have Plantar Fasciitis.
One of the best ways to instantly make your Converse more comfortable is to add an insole. They even have Converse-specific ones. Designed to fit right on top of the insole in the shoe. I got these from Feel Your Soul and they have made a huge impact on how my feet feel after doing 20,000 steps in my Converse.
Most Comfortable Converse Shoes
There is a range in comfort when it comes to Converse. From their super flat Classic Chuck Taylor to the more supportive run Star. These are some of my favorites and most loved Converse styles to shop that are comfortable and stylish.
Chuck 70
The classic Chuck 70 has OrthoLite cushioning for a more comfortable fit than most other Chucks. The Chuck 70 comes in a low top or a high top. This style comes in prints to solid vintage-inspired colors and even platforms.
Classic Chuck Taylor
The Classic Chuck Taylor is similar to the Chuck 70 but has a lighter canvas material and a more flat insole. These also come in a variety of colors, prints, low top and also high top.
Run Star
The Run Star line has a wide variety of styles compared to the other Converse lines. Most of the styles in this collection have a lot more cushion and support like the OrthoLite cushioning or three-layered memory foam sockliner which helps to provide cushion and support. These feel more like a fashion sneaker almost like an Adidas Samba or Gazelle. Lots of fun colors and styles to choose from.
One Star
An iconic 90’s favorite, the Converse One Star is the skateboarding shoe of Converse. When it comes to comfort, the Converse One Star has CX foam cushioning to help provide impact absorption. These come in a low top and usually in suede.
Ways To Style Converse
There are so many ways to style Converse. This classic and iconic shoe really goes with so much. And depending on your personal style, can really be a staple in your wardrobe.
My Converse have now become SO comfortable that I wore through a pair and had to replace them. I’ve worn them with everything in my closet from dresses to trousers and shorts. I’m also now a big fan of the platform version too! How do you like to wear your Converse?
Converse With Dresses
Converse are my go-to sneaker when it comes to a cute dress for spring and summer. I love a high top platform Converse too with them. They’re perfectly casual and the canvas is nice and breathable for summer.
Converse With Jeans
Casual meets casual when you wear your Converse with your favorite jeans. I like a high top version with a straight leg jean, or a low top with a skinny. But you can really have them work with just about any jean style. From wide leg to straight or skinny, it’s all about the length and styling. They’re a staple and perfect pairing with denim.
Converse With Summer Suits
A perfect way to dress down a summer suit is with a pair of Converse. I love the high top platforms with the shorts. It’s the added cool girl factor to the suit that really balances it all out. This is a favorite summer outfit that feels pulled together but still really cool and laid back.
There are so many great ways to wear your Converse. Whether you choose classic Chuck Taylors or go bold in a fun color with the Run Star collection, Converse is always in style. I find myself reaching for my Converse in waves. But they never fall out of style. Sort of like a Vans or Adidas, sometimes you gravitate towards one particular sneaker that speaks to your personal style and stick to it. That’s what Converse are to many people, including myself. And I find the platform high tops are the ones that make me feel cool and casual when I need them.
Photos by JNelly
