Your Converse can last a long time as long as you take care of them properly. There is no definite number of years because depending on the owner, it may last a few months or years. For avid shoe collectors, they don’t care how many hours they spend to maintain their collection. But, for most of us, whose only goal is to keep our new kick as fresh as possible for a long time, we don’t have that dedication. So, to simplify this here’s a few tips that you can try to make your sneakers last for a long time. Tip 1: Get the real thing Counterfeit is always subpar from the real deal. If you don’t buy authentic Converse for a reputable store, you’ll never make them last longer. Real Converse sneakers a known for their durability. If it’s a fake, you can say goodbye to this feature. Tip 2: Add baking soda when washing If you have baking soda sitting on your cupboard and you don’t know what to do with it, use it to clean your Converse. Mix a bit of baking soda with laundry detergent and warm water until you make a paste. Then use that to clean your sneakers. With a toothbrush, scrub off all the dirt and rinse it after. Same as the one mentioned above, stuff it with some paper and let it air dry. Tip 3: Remove the laces The laces can induce the deformation of your shoes. So, to keep them in shape, remove the laces and let your shoe breathe for a few minutes. This will only take you less than six minutes to remove and put them back on. Even though we’re not extreme shoe lovers, a bit of TLC will help our shoes last long. Tip 4: Air your sneakers Your shoes can get smelly if you keep them in the box right after wearing them for an entire day. If you don’t have to wear a pair of stinky shoes, air them out for an hour or less. If you don’t do this, not only will your shoe stink but also your feet. Also, never forget to wear socks! If you mix your bare feet with shoes, you’ll end up with a toxic spill. So, always wear socks with your shoes to protect your feet and the shoe itself.