keds fashion

I was recently reminded that back in the late 1990's or early 2000's Keds made a shoe with a lycra fabric. I vaguely remember them but was wondering if anyone had any opinions. Was the fabric stretchy / more comfortable? Did the lycra attract or repel dirt? Did they clean well? Anything else?

In a previous post, it was mentioned how there are various "generations" of Keds. I'm familiar with some of the more significant changes over time but probably not as much as I should be. I know the insole has changed a few times from tan to white to blue. And, there was the flared heel in...

I've had the occasion to be on college campuses each of the last two weekends which is not someplace where I typically spend any time. I'd guess that 85% of the girls were wearing Nike AF1's. I've never cared for those shoes and don't understand the popularity. The look like they'd be heavy...

SE3-E04 Lianne is doing exercise wearing what look to be real blue label Keds. If I can get pictures I'll add them.

Do anyone miss the white eyelets in the traditional keds sneakers. I for one do not like the silver eyelets they rust too easy, and they make them look cheap...