This iconic Converse shoe—The Jack Purcell—was created in 1935, and is known for being named after the badminton player who participated in its development.The label on its heel is affectionately known as ‘the mustache” due to its design. The line across the front of the toe resembles a smiling mouth and so came to be know as ‘the smile”. Its simple and sophisticated design continues to be popular amongst many.