When a shoe gets its own website (www.chucksconnection.com) dedicated to the simple goodness of it, a fair assessment is that the shoe is a fashion icon.

 Battered, beaten, but still so damn cool - vintage chucks (chucksconnection.com)

Kate Moss ain't got nothing on a Chuck. A Chuck doesn't get drunk, pass out, make an idiot of itself or let you down when you're feet hurt and you can't bear the thought of donning another pair of heels. Your Chucks are always in your closet, ready to throw on with your favourite jeans, a funky tee for instant street cred and comfort. Chuck is a TRUE fashion icon.

  Simple style, low-cut, slip on Chuck (www.chucksconnection.com)

The original Chuck's were first manufactured as a basketball shoe back in the early 1900's, however It wasn't until the 1920's when they really took off as a fashion staple that is still going strong nearly a century later.

Chucks inspired by Frida Kahlo, (www.chucksconnection.com)

Chuck’s have been incredibly popular in both the punk at rock music scenes for decades, reaching their peak of popularity amongst teenagers in the 1970’s-1980’s. High schoolers the world over could be found sporting a pair of Converses’ signature shoe, often personalized with graffiti and their own artwork.

 Our very own Chris M's Chucks (Chris Moore, 2Threads)

Such customisation by Chuck wearers is probably what inspired Converse to continually release special edition Chuck Taylor’s, often in collaboration with fashion designers, musicians, charities (notably Project RED – AIDS fund) and other celebs.

 Chucks for Project RED AIDS fund (www.projectred.com)

These days, whatever your style, there is a Chuck out there waiting for you. Produced in almost every colour of the rainbow, a myriad of designs and in both low cut or hi top versions, shop around - your dream Chuck is available somewhere!

 For something different, cover your iPod in a Chuck! (www.fabsugar.com)