The word "eshay" apparently derives from the Pig Latin for "sesh" (meaning cannabis smoking session).
[6] They may be affiliated with other local youths from a postcode,[7] hang out in groups, use slang derived from Pig Latin,[4] wear sportswear, have mullets and engage in immature and anti-social behaviour.
[8] Due to the eshay subculture surrounding the shoe, wearers have been banned from some pubs and clubs.
[9][10] Eshays often have access to alcohol, electronic cigarettes, illegal drugs, pornography and social media[11] (namely Snapchat and TikTok).
[12][13] Typical hangout areas for eshays include bus stops, shopping centres, pubs,[14] streets and train stations.