Ever wondered what those holes in your Converse trainers are for? There are TWO reasons why they exist

OWNERS of Converse trainers might have noticed that every pair has extra lace holes located on the side of the shoe and there are actually two reasons why they exist.

Although the two holes might look like a unique design idea that just make the trainers stand out from the crowd, they do actually have a more practical purpose.

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As many trainer wearers will know, if you're walking around a lot, your feet can become hot and sweaty, so the first use of the holes is to help ventilate.

The round gaps can help circulate air around as you're moving which helps to prevent your feet from overheating and starting to smell.

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However, some people do dispute the effectiveness of this function and claim that the holes only work if you don't have any socks on, which isn't common for most Converse wearers.

And according to this video, the second role of the side holes is to allow you to get creative with your lacing technique.

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The clever clip demonstrates how you can lace your trainers in a different way compared to the traditional look a lot of people tend to go for.

Last week, it was discovered that a rare pair of bright red Liverpool FC Adidas Samba shoes had been put on eBay and were expected to fetch £3,000.

According to the listing, the UK size 8.5 trainers are the only pair of their kind in the world as they are a ‘factory sample’ and are printed with the words ‘not for resale’ on the tongue.

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They don’t come in the original box, however the seller maintains they have never been worn.

The Yeovil-based online trader claims the pricey pumps were designed by Adidas but never put into production, hence the hefty price tag.

Although the seller did not provide proof of authenticity, the eBay advert backs up the claims they are ‘100% genuine’ and has listed them on the auction site, reports the .

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Adidas trainer expert Ali Gammack of lovevintageadidas.com said: “I have never seen these Sambas before but if there was only one pair produced then that’s obviously why."

Incredibly, the shoes eventually sold for £2,800 on the auction site – just £200 short of the seller’s estimate.