You may think that the only things basketball players and rock stars have in common are fame and money, but you'd be mistaken. They also share the love of Converse shoes. The basketball shoe of choice from the early 1900s became the rocker's choice in the 1980s and '90s, but the shoes never lost favor with their sporty roots. From everyday school sneakers to high tops fit for the NBA and the center stage, Converse has us fitted.

Independent. Not following the crowd. That's the values Converse was built on, and independent thinkers for many generations have turned to Converse for sneakers, high tops and other sports apparel. Converse shoes were the reason the company started in 1908, but the company also offers athletic wear, such as hoodies. The popular Converse hoodie is equally appropriate for the gym or making a fashion statement on the street.

Sports shorts by Converse are available to match the hoodies. Great for on the court or on the street, hoodies are available in comfy cotton or in a rain-resistant zip-up style. For cooler weather, pair your hoodie or hooded rain jacket with a matching pair of track pants by Converse.

Oxford style sneakers for men are an updated version of the classic style. Available in leather or canvas, they look just as good when you go out as they do on the basketball court. Laceless sneakers are stylish, but also very convenient. For around the house, on the boat, camping or at the gym, laceless sneakers slip on in a flash so you're ready for whatever comes up.

For rugged footwear, Converse makes comfortable, durable boots for men. Converse shoes for men and women come in basic colors, such as all-black, all-white and brown, but are also available in an array of colors, including purple, blue, green, gray and others. But bright colors aren't for everyone. For the rebels among us, Chuck Taylor All Stars also come in tough styles to explore your darker side. Some of Converse's Chuck Taylor lines are unisex, suitable for either boys or girls.

Sports are about more than jumps and runs; they're about being the best. And you can't perform at the top level when you aren't comfortable. Converse T-shirts are made for comfort and are available in tons of new and retro styles.

Converse began as athletic wear, and gradually made its way into both mainstream and fringe apparel. Find all the Converse shoes, tops, pants and shorts from the trusted name in family apparel at Macy's today!