What is another name for converse?

Converse shoes are often referred to as Chuck Taylors. This is because of their long-standing association with basketball player Charles "Chuck" Taylor, who endorsed the shoe in the 1920s and helped popularize them.

Here are some other less common names:

* Chucks: This is a shortened version of Chuck Taylors.

* Cons: This is a shortened version of Converse.

* All-Stars: This refers to the original name of the shoe, the Converse All-Star.

While "Converse" is the official brand name, "Chuck Taylors" is the most widely used and recognized nickname for their iconic footwear.