June 30, 2009

Converse Japan 2009 July Releases

Converse Japan update their roster of drops for July with a handful of releases for the summer months. Some of the dominant themes include the Chuck Taylor All Star Stud, the Chuck Taylor All Star Mono-Patch, the Jack Purcell Grunge, Jack Purcell S-Dot and the Chuck Taylor All Star Split ... more

April 30, 2009

Converse Japan Chuck Taylor & Jack Purcell New Releases

Converse Japan release a few new selections from their two classic sneaker models including the Jack Purcell and timeless Chuck Taylor in Hi and Low versions. While the Jack Purcells sport camouflage and reptilian patterns, the Chuck Taylors are given a tonal treatment in three colorways including black, red, and ... more

March 10, 2009

Converse Jack Purcell

Having implemented patent leather onto various models last year, Converse hit their Jack Purcell with the PL treatment once again, this time adding in perforated detailing throughout the uppers. The sneakers come in both a white/black and reverse black/white colorway featuring silver eyelets and silver tip laces. Classic yet still ... more

March 2, 2009

Converse Japan 2009 Sneakers March Releases

Converse Japan's 2009 March releases are seen here as themes seen in previous months continue on. The "Expo Nippon" theme which highlights various Japanese traditional crafts is seen once again with the Arita-yaki One Star Ox based on the special regional pottery styles. A new theme includes the "Expo Okinawa" ... more

February 23, 2009

Converse Jack Purcell Match-Point

The former design of badminton great Jack Purcell, Converse gave a new life into the staple classic with its Jack Purcell Match-Point back in 1976. The traditional JP is slimmed down with the most notable change in the usual chunky rubber toebox. The Match-Point toebox is much slimmer and integrated ... more

February 18, 2009

Ozzy Osbourne x Converse Jack Purcell “Straight Jacket” Hi

Aside from the Converse All-Stars shown yesterday, The Prince of Darkness hooks up with the legendary sneaker company on another pair of kicks. This time around they transform the Jack Purcell into a "straight jacket" high top, similar to the Black Sabbath from some seasons ago and somewhat symbolic of ... more

February 18, 2009

Converse Jack Purcell Distressed Pack for J.Crew

Continuing with the distressed look, after their collaboration alongside Sperry, American contemporary brand J.Crew offer up a sneaker effort with Converse's classic Jack Purcell model. The timeless sneakers come in both a navy blue and solid white colorway, exclusive to J.Crew. They are now available via the J.Crew online store, ... more

January 27, 2009

Converse Jack Purcell Colors Pack

Converse adds a touch of color to the latest collection of their classic Jack Purcell model. The sneakers feature a trademark toe and simple canvas upper complimented by contrasting white midsoles and laces. An electric blue colorway has landed at ripe with a price tag of (Approx. $66 USD). more

January 7, 2009

Converse Japan 2009 January Releases

The Chuck Taylor from Converse has presented itself as one of the most timeless pieces of sneaker design as well as a versatile template for numerous different styles. Here's a look at some of Converse Japan's 2009 January releases which extend beyond the fabled Chuck Taylor All Star into some ... more

September 17, 2008

Number (N)ine x Converse Jack Purcell

The pairing of high-end Japanese fashion rand Number (N)ine and the versatile Jack Purcell model has yielded the following sneaker. Number (N)ine's attention to quality and interesting materials results in a knitted upper on the iconic Purcell profile and joins a wealth of strong Converse releases in the last few ... more

12345Next