The Converse SHAI 001 has quickly built one of the more complete debut lineups in recent memory. From subtle everyday tones to bold statement pairs, the model has shown real range. 

Now, with the arrival of the SHAI 001: LUX ‘Truffle’, the conversation shifts. Where does this elevated, luxury driven release stack up among the rest?

What makes the ‘Truffle’ drop different isn’t just the color, it’s the intent. This isn’t simply another performance colorway. 

It feels like a bridge between basketball culture and high fashion, leaning into premium materials and deeper tones that feel at home in a tunnel walk as much as on the hardwood. The SHAI 001 line has balanced performance and personality, but ‘Truffle’ pushes that identity further. It asks a different question: not just how does it play, but how does it present?

Here’s the definitive ranking:

The OG still reigns. ‘Butter’ is the gold standard because it does everything. It’s the most versatile colorway in the lineup. You can hoop in it, wear it casually, or dress it up without overthinking the fit. 

The soft neutral tone works with virtually every jersey and every outfit. Whether it’s denim, sweats, or a tailored look, Butter adapts. That level of flexibility keeps it at No. 1.

The newcomer lands immediately at No. 2. ‘Truffle’ is arguably the most refined version of the SHAI 001 yet. The deep brown tone, paired with upgraded materials, gives it a true luxury feel. 

It’s clearly designed with off-court presence in mind, but it doesn’t lose on-court viability. In fact, this is easily the best SHAI 001 to dress up. 

If Butter is the everyday staple, Truffle is the statement dinner reservation pair. The only reason it doesn’t take the top spot is versatility because it leans more fashion forward than universal.

Black goes with everything. It doesn’t matter what color the jersey is or what the outfit looks like, Charm Black will match. It’s almost as versatile as the Butter and might actually be the cleanest looking pair because of the all black execution. There’s something timeless about a blackout sneaker, and this one hits that mark perfectly.

Hail Clay feels like Butter’s moodier cousin. Slightly darker and less universally wearable, but incredibly dynamic. Whether paired with light or dark tones, it has a way of making an outfit or jersey pop. It’s not quite as effortless as the top three, but it allows for more creative styling.

An all white sneaker will never fail. Clean Slate is simple, classic, and undeniably sharp. The only downside? White gets dirty which that’s unavoidable. Still, visually, it’s one of the best looking pairs in the lineup.

A very solid option that looks great in this silhouette. The issue is versatility. Grey can be tricky unless you’re sticking to white, black, or grey fits. It’s clean, but it requires intention.

This one takes risks. It’s a strong color and can completely transform an outfit or jersey. But it’s even tougher to style than Area Grey. When it works, it really works but it demands bold choices.

An all red sneaker always pops, and the green detailing adds personality. The problem is timing. The green accent makes it feel seasonal, which limits how often it can realistically be worn outside of the holidays.

The LUX “Truffle” may not dethrone Butter, but it doesn’t need to. It carves out its own lane, the most elevated, fashion forward SHAI 001 yet, and proves the line can dominate both the hardwood and the runway.