I've had a pair of the traditional black/white Converse for a looong time, but I've only worn them for about 2 years. I promised myself I'd wear them whenever they went out of style, but that wasn't going to happen anytime soon so I gave in and wore them!
I had them before Foster's, but seeing the Wilt-man wear them whenever it came out made me love them even more than what I already do. I agree with you, PBL, they are incredibly comfortable! I've worn mine so much that the side of each shoe is ripping out. I desperately need a new pair, but I just CANNOT bring myself to throw my broken-in ones away!