November 20, 2009

Converse PRODUCT(RED) Chuck Taylor All Star “Leopard”

The Converse PRODUCT(RED) collection has largely focused on its colalborative artist series. However not to be over-looked are some of Converse's own offerings which are also part of the contributions towards the (RED) initiative. The PRODUCT(RED) Chuck Taylor All Star Low seen here features a tonal suede upper in gray ... more

November 20, 2009

Converse Japan Jack Purcell “Glen Check”

In an upcoming release out of Converse, the Jack Purcell classic enjoys a nice choice of materials over two models with this "Glen Check" collection. The age-old pattern comes in either gray or brown versions with a release date anticipated for next month. Source: Houyhnhnm more

November 17, 2009

Terence Koh x Opening Ceremony x Converse Chuck Taylor Launch Event

With his sneakers alongside Converse set to launch this weekend, Terence Koh celebrated the occasion with a special launch event in conjunction with Opening Ceremony. The event not only highlighted the sneakers but Koh's unique personality with an interesting display of barely clothes models showing off the white high tops. ... more

November 16, 2009

Thrasher x CONS “Prevent This Tragedy” Collection

CONS gives us a peek into its new collection of footwear made alongside Trasher for its new video "Prevent This Tragedy." As a title sponsor for the video, CONS worked up a selection of new colorways in some of its skate-centric sneakers, including the CTS Ox and Mid. Both feature ... more

November 16, 2009

Terence Koh x Converse 1HUND(RED) Artist Series Chuck Taylor

Having seen the Chuck Taylor transformed into a completely different version of itself on multiple recent occasions, the trend continues with this latest 1HUND(RED) Artist Series interpretation by designer Terence Koh. “I wanted to keep the DNA of the Chuck Taylor intact, while reducing the seams, and smoothing out the ... more

November 13, 2009

united bamboo x Converse 1HUND(RED) Artist Series Chuck Taylor

Converse looks towards New York-based label united bamboo for another contribution into its 1HUND(RED) Artist Series program. The shoes are offered as a Chuck Taylor but they've been changed around so much that they hardly resemble what would be considered a classic Chuck Taylor silhouette. A bit sleeker than other ... more

November 13, 2009

Converse Skate Coolidge Hi “Mint”

Converse's previous vulcanized offerings had already made it a consistent choice for skaters in the past. With the launch of their skate-line in the last few years, we've seen subtle adaptations to that offer both the appropriate level of aesthetics and performance. The Coolidge Hi features a lightweight construction with ... more

November 11, 2009

Converse Chuck Taylor All-Star Strap Hi Leather

While the Converse Chuck Taylor All Star has seen more than its fair share of color and pattern changes over the years, actual modifications to the upper are a relative rarity. In a look here, the All-Star changes things up with the addition of two ankle straps. Perhaps the less ... more

October 29, 2009

Converse Japan 2009 November Footwear Collection

Although most of the US readers will cringe at the fact that these won't release in the states, Japan does an excellent job yet again, previewing its latest set of footwear for November. Highlighting the collection are new renditions of the timeless Chuck Taylor Hi and Low, Jack Purcell Hi ... more

October 21, 2009

Converse Chuck Taylor All Star “Padded Collar”

A new collection of Converse's fabled Chuck Taylor All Star will hit Foot Locker mid next month as the legendary basketball sneaker gets an official revamping. The two part upper features a thick insulated collar area. In addition, a more aggressive outsole has been added. The two-part collection is part ... more