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Complex’s 20 Sneakers That Have Lived Double Lives

Complex’s 20 Sneakers That Have Lived Double Lives

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.

Nike Air Trainer 1 Chlorophyll

Nike Cortez

Adidas Rod Laver

Nike Air Foamposite One

Asics Gel Lyte Iii

Air Jordan 1

Converse Chuck Taylor All Star

Source: Complex

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