These are both exquisitely comfortable and surprisingly eye-catching: given the number of people who have commented about then.This section discusses Charlie's favorite "knock-around" sneakers. One could wear most of these to work out just fine, but I tend to wear these more for out and about instead of working out.
I categorize the canvas Converse "Chuck Taylor" All Star as the classic "knock-around" sneaker, but more up-to-date sneakers don't have some of the shortcomings I perceive in canvas sneakers:
(Of course, if you want a pair of sneakers in bright colors, you're going to pretty much be limited to canvas. Unless you're able to wear a pair of Reebok Freestyles.)
Accordingly, my choices for the best general knock-around sneakers are:
These are both exquisitely comfortable and surprisingly eye-catching: given the number of people who have commented about then.
Another pair of eye-catching sneakers: I think my ear, nose, and throat doctor (a really great guy, he typically wears ASICS sneakers and surgical scrubs in the office) was going to buy a pair after seeing mine!
Sometimes, I like just the bare necessities. A pair of Nike sport sandals will do just fine. (Young Stevie, seeing this very Web page, dared me to wear these
to work once. I wore them to a design review with NASA.
None of the managers raised an eyebrow. They were probably overwhelmed to see me wear a
tie.)
The Tretorn Nylite is a great all-white sneaker. Extra added
attractions is that they are cleanly styled, comfortable, and light. The only down-side is
that they sure won't do if you're in the high-top mood.
As far as I'm concerned, this shoe requires one of two excuses to wear it: (a) patriotic holidays, or (b) a really good day.
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