Are Toms the new Chucks? As evidenced at the recent Coachella festival, it appears that Toms Shoes are going toe-to-toe with Converse for the indie scene’s favorite footwear award. For decades, classic Chuck Taylors have been the go-to sneaker for punks, skaters and other cooler-than-thou folks. But recently, Toms—with their simple design and impressively altruistic mission—have become a favorite of the culturally engaged set. Can an iconic shoe be fully eclipsed by a sure-footed newbie? To answer this truly perplexing question for yourself, take a gander at the street-style shots (grass trend photos?) on Elle.com to check out this trend on the rise:
Need to see more? We understand. Go to Elle.com to get an eyeful.
Photos: Anne Ziegler for Elle.com
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Wendy Melvin | 01-May-08 at 8:24 pm | Permalink
Coachella attendees are not the only ones switching to the comfort of Toms. The deep South is rising up with hundreds of Toms faithful. Even in an economic times where the “out go” is faster than the income, Toms with their global efforts are the best bargain in the “Heart of Dixie.”