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

October 20, 2009

Blends for Converse 1HUND(RED) Artists One Star Sneakers

Invited to be a part of Converse 1HUND(RED) Artists series, Southern California retailer Blends and Converse collaborated to create a special (RED) edition of the original One Star shoe. As a contributor to 1HUND(RED), a percentage of the net wholesale price of the shoe will go to help fight AIDS ... more

October 19, 2009

Converse Skate Collection – CVO & Sea Star

Converse unveil a couple of new designs from their Skate Collection, including the CVO and Sea Star models. Both are featured in either canvas or suede two-tone versions with clean, minimal branding. A release is slated for October 24th, 2009 at select Stussy Chapter Stores. more

October 13, 2009

Converse Chuck Taylor Skate (CTS) Stone Colorway

San Francisco Bay Area’s own Atlas Skateboard Store has recently uploaded these pictures from Converse. As you can see the Chuck Taylor Skate (CTS) comes in a beautiful stone colorway with matching laces, both of which compliment the concrete of the streets which Converse hope you to skate in these ... more

October 9, 2009

Victim x Converse Jack Purcell

Bringing their minimalistic designs to footwear, Japanese brand Victim offer a look into their new collaborative project alongside Converse. Utilizing the timeless Jack Purcell model, the label does a nice job of incorporating their contemporary elements within a pretty low key design. Retailing for 15,000 (Approx. $167 USD), the sneakers ... more

October 6, 2009

Staple x Converse 1HUND(RED) Sea Star Mid

Following up on their Pigeon Sea Star Mid release earlier this year, Staple revisit the style with a new interpretation, this time created for the Converse 1HUND(RED) project. The kicks will see premier this Thursday October 8th, 2009 at Reed Space, with them holding the exclusive release as well. Further ... more

October 1, 2009

Bowery John Varvatos x Converse All Star Chuck Taylor

The Bowery John Varvatos x Converse capsule features a small collection of re-designed All Star Chuck Taylors this season. Keeping together a Rock & Roll-esque theme, the All Stars include some strong highlights including studs, metal ball-bearings, woven leather and fold-down designs all incorporated into the upper. Available now at ... more

September 30, 2009

HUF for Converse 1HUND(RED) Artists Skidgrip

After countless previews, HUF looks to finally drop their sneaker for the Converse 1HUND(RED) Artists campaign. Utilizing the Skidgrip model, the kicks feature a Black canvas upper with an all-over "H" print, White accents, and the signature Red eyelet. An official launch can be expected on October 3rd, 2009 at ... more

September 30, 2009

Converse Japan 2009 October Releases

Converse Japan has unveiled their 2009 October releases for next month. Upcoming are a handful of familiar models which are heavily weighted in the iconic Chuck Taylor All Star. These include the Gingham All Star, Kashiwanoha All Star and Leopard-Boa Hi All Star. Rounding out the collection are the Two-Tone ... more