August 17, 2009

COMME des GARCONS x Converse Footwear Announcement

Following up on their successful Japanese launch earlier this year, Converse and heralded fashion label COMME des GARCONS team up for another batch of sneakers, utilizing the timeless Chuck Taylor All Star model. The shoes will see a worldwide roll-out at the end of this month at select COMME des ... more

August 1, 2009

Converse Chuck Taylor All Star “Fleece”

The Converse Chuck Taylor All Star known almost exclusively for its canvas upper takes on a new approach with this fleece material. The shoe comes in a iconic heather grey colorway with pops of red trimming. The shoe is available now at Sneakersnstuff. more

July 31, 2009

Converse All-Star Chuck Taylor Stud Hi

Converse unveils a new set of their timeless Chuck Taylor Hi's, reworked in a special stud motif. Two colorways make their way to ripe, both featuring a canvas/leather upper combined with contrasting studs on the lace/heel panels and black/white detailing. more

July 30, 2009

Converse Japan 2009 August Releases

Converse Japan give us an update as to what's on deck for their 2009 August releases. With each release, you can imagine the focus is often undoubtedly on the Chuck Taylor All Star. However we do see some nice variations of the Jack Purcell this time around which includes the ... more

July 23, 2009

AC/DC x Converse 2009 Fall/Winter Footwear Collection

In a series of rock-based collaborations, AC/DC is the latest to adorn its own collection of footwear. The Australian band founded in the early 70s sees itself working with the iconic Chuck Taylor All Star as well as the much lesser seen Star Player 75 which features the trademark 'A' ... more

July 22, 2009

Converse Skateboarding 2009 Summer Footwear Collection

While it seems like Converse's basketball program is in a bit of disarray following the departure of all-star Dwayne Wade to the affiliated Jordan Brand, the Converse Skateboarding line looks to hold a great deal of potential. While Nike SB has apparently stopped its vulcanized offerings at the Janoski signature, ... more

July 20, 2009

Converse Skateboarding CTS Hi Digi Pack

Converse' skate division offers a couple of new digi colorways in their CTS Hi, a skateboarding-equipped version of their classic Chuck Taylor sneakers. The kicks are available in both a red/black and grey/black colorway at select Converse Skateboarding retailers, including HUF San Francisco and Atlas. more

July 17, 2009

HUF x Converse (PRODUCT) Red Skidgrip

In a continuation of Converse's humanitarian-based (PRODUCT) Red program, an upcoming participant will feature popular West Coast skateshop and brand HUF as they put together something based on the Skidgrip. The rarely seen high-top features the iconic red lace hole at the top alongside a relatively subtle, tonal monogram throughout ... more

July 16, 2009

Converse Skateboarding Revere Mid

Converse Skateboarding up their sneaker lineup with the release of their Revere Mid, an all-suede mid top showcasing some of the brand's classic basketball styling reworked for the streets. The kicks are featured in a vibrant blue and red colorway, each sporting contrast laces with white midsoles and tonal colored ... more

June 30, 2009

Parra for Converse “Simply the Wurst” Chuck Taylor Hi

In commemoration of their BBQ event in Mitte, Berlin tomorrow, Converse gives us a first look into a special pair of Chuck Taylor's, featuring the artwork of Dutch artist/illustrator Parra. The kicks, entitled "Simply the Wurst", feature a witty Bratwurst graphic on both the inner and outer side of their ... more