One of the best collaborations going in the sneaker game — that between Converse and Missoni — continues with a new take on the timeless Chuck Taylor All Star. As can be found with the original All Star Hi Tops, or those from 2010, 2011 or 2012 (or even their Auckland Racer running shoes) the new […]
18
Apr
Dyed & woven zigzag knit high-tops for Summer
1
Mar
An all mesh high-top sneaker with translucent Star logo
Converse’s latest iteration of their classic Chuck Taylor high-tops comes in under the Reform label. The shoes use a an all mesh upper, perfect for the warming climes of spring and summer, and are available in three colorways: white, black and grey. The All Stars also feature a color trim on top of the thick vulcanized […]
13
Feb
The Chuck Taylor classic gets a limited edition premium sheen
New for 2012 comes Converse Japan’s oiled leather edition of their classic Chuck Taylor All Stars. The limited edition high-tops feature a buttery smooth premium brown leather upper that’s been well oiled, giving the normally pedestrian shoe a very exquisite sheen. The shoes are teamed up with hiking boot laces, an off-white sole, an embossed […]
19
Dec
Luxury sneakers in purple & green plaid tweed
Jack Purcell sneakers were originally designed by the Canadian badminton champion in 1935 to increase performance. Today the eponymous sneakers have been revitalized in design, the latest edition from Converse being the Jack Purcell Johnny Tweed Highs. The sneakers are made with purple and green plaid tweed, and include a leather side details and textured […]
16
Nov
High top sneakers featuring artwork from Gorillaz' Jamie Hewlett
The first sneaker from the Converse vs. Gorillaz collaboration was unveiled today, based on the timeless Chuck Taylor All Star silhouette. The shoes in the collection will feature artwork created by Gorillaz co-creator/acclaimed designer Jamie Hewlett, including the above camo print lifted from the Gorillaz debut. The full Converse vs. Gorillaz Chuck Taylor All Star […]
8
Nov
Classic All Star sneakers get the Varvatos treatment
Take your classic Converse Chuck Taylor All Star high-top kicks and craft them out of a heavy snakeskin-patterned premium leather upper and you have the basics for the latest Converse By John Varvatos sneaker. The shoes feature a distressed veneer and iced outsole for a broken-in look. Get them now at CONVERSE for $170. via Freshness
22
Jun
A new knitted shoe from the running collaboration
Debuting in Missoni’s Autumn/Winter 2011 men’s collection this past week in Milan, the Auckland Racer is the latest piece of footwear from the ongoing collaboration with Converse. The couture Italian label took the classic 1970s Auckland Racer running shoe and crafted it out of their thick knitted material — a look first hinted at with their […]
11
May
A Japanese take on the classic Chuck Taylor All Stars
Obviously borrowing a lot from classic Chuck Taylor All Star high tops, Japanese label SASQUATCHfabrix. releases their Zenarchy Double Zip Star Sneakers. SASQUATCHfabrix. switches things up by substituting a double zipper in place of the Chuck Taylor’s traditional laces, and adding some high quality leather details and branding. The SASQUATCHfabrix. Zenarchy Double Zip Star Sneaker […]
