A True Classic. The unmistakable Chuck Taylor All Star Classic celebrates the iconic low top silhouette presented in a range of classic colours. No one will blame you for getting more than one pair. Canvas upper for lightweight, flexible comfort Vulcanized rubber sole for durability Medial eyelets enhance airflow Created in 1917 as a non-skid basketball shoe, the All Star was originally promoted for its superior court performance by basketball mastermind Chuck Taylor.