Complex’s 20 Sneakers That Have Lived Double Lives

Aaron Hope October 4, 2013

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Complex 20 Sneakers Double Lives

From your grandma calling every pair of sneakers you own ‘tennis shoes’ to skaters appropriating kicks from a variety of other sports, there’s a rich history of shoes starting out with one intended purpose and catching on because of another use. The latest Complex list puts together a score of these, and it just so happens to be a list of some of the most popular and beloved sneakers ever released. Look through a sampling of what’s in store with some photos below, then head over to Complex for the full list of shoes doing double duty.

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