They say what is in style comes and goes. Wear them long enough, and maybe they'll make fun of you again.
When I was a young teen, converse Chuck Taylor All Stars were an important part of the ghetto uniform. (along with khaki pants and T-shirt). All my friends had them. They cost about $4. My parents would only spring for the Bob Cousy sneakers which went for about $2.50.
And it really did scar me for life. Today I have more shoes than Imelda Marcos. If I see a pair of athletic shoes I want, I get them. And now I've gotten too old to play basketball so I can't wear them out. They just pile up in the closet. And yes, Chuck Taylors are back in style!