While Vans may be the State Shoe of California, Chuck Taylors are truly the original timeless sneaker. And nowadays (vs. the days of yore), they make a pair for everyone. But if you catch a version you really love on the racks, buy them immediately.. because after the fact, they’re hard to track down. Example: me. Version: the American Flag Chuck Taylors. Okay, so how many days before Memorial Day do I have? New project. Go.