Most likely a hype building move by Converse, quality pictures have surfaced of a Lupe Fiasco designed All Star which is allegedly not slated for release. The shiny patent upper was conceived with the (Product) Red humanitarian theme in mind which correlates with the subtle use of red highlights. As mentioned, no release date is expected for these joints. Source: Complex

The Converse (Product) Red initiative has developed extensively since its inception, looking high and low for a wealth of interesting designers to offer their own perspectives on the philosophy of (Product) Red. One of the more interesting designers to collaborate with Converse is Umbereen Qureshi, whose talents have been applied predominately to the automotive industry. Her design focuses around a minimalist repeating image of Africa. Her design ethos was based on her learnings that inspirations should become repeated and highlighted constantly. She further highlights the uncanny ability of artists to offer strong visual messages that go beyond words. There has not been any release info yet regarding this All Star. Source: Sneaker Freaker

One of rock’s most prolific songwriters and reluctant successes, Kurt Cobain humbly took the underground grunge movement mainstream. In the process, he changed his generation and left the world with a legacy of songs that continue to inspire generations to come. To honor this music great, Converse debuts the Kurt Cobain collection of shoes that feature artwork and scribbles borrowed from his personal notebooks. Distressed in the way Kurt Cobain wore them, the shoes provide a rarely seen glimpse into the head of this musical and lyrical genius with sketches that display his hopes, dreams and lyrics from amazing songs such as “Come As You Are”. Often pictured wearing Chuck Taylor All Star, Jack Purcell or One Star shoes, the collection includes versions of all three shoes with wear and fray detailing and Kurt Cobain’s signature subtly embroidered on the shoe’s outer. Available in black and white versions with lyric, notebook scribbles or distressed detailing, shoes in this collection retail for MSRP $50 - $65 and will be available nationwide at specialty retailers and online at www.converse.com beginning in May.

On the heels of yesterdays Kurt Cobain Converse One Star Low comes a further look at the collection of sneakers set to release later this summer. The collection all feature artwork and writings taken from the Nirvana frontman's 2002 book titled Journals. There is allegedly another All Star model as well, stay tuned for more details. Source: The Daily Swarm via Nirvana Club

Under the full cooperation of everybody's favorite rocker widow Courtney Love, Converse is celebrating their 100th anniversary with an upcoming pack of Kurt Kobain inspired sneakers. As an avid Converse user, the Cobain pack will include the One Star Low (seen here) and a Chuck Taylor All Star High. Designs are based off of drawings and writings from Cobain's 2002 book Journals. Look for these to hit select accounts this summer. Source: Tock via The Daily Swarm

N. Hoolywood's 2008 Spring collection, "After Sputnik" is a fashion exploit into the re-telling of the space travel race which took place in the latter half of the 20th century. Marked by stylings which are captivated by a space age vintage of the 60s and 70s. One of the collection pieces includes a team up with Converse on two mid-tops. Among the sneakers, one features a suede upper while the other is constructed of canvas, each sharing a creme white colorway. Available now at Revolution Information.

After much news and fanfare, the Dr. Romanelli x Converse Chuck Taylor All Star will hit UNDFTD today. The All Star created as part of the (PRODUCT) RED initiative has side benefits as it doubles as a humanitarian effort in bringing in the private sector to benefit. The shoe itself is covered in bandages as a reminder there is a fix for a positive change. Check your local UNDFTD dealer for availability.

Designer John Varvatos has been a strong representation of the American contemporary fashion scene which led to his ongoing collaboration with Converse on seasonal releases. The capsules each feature Converse's most popular and iconic models such as the Jack Purcell, All Star Hi and Low models. Available now through Converse.

With an upcoming anniversary slated to be celebrated next month, pictures and information regarding an UNDFTD, Medicom Toy and Converse project has surfaced. Although most of the information pertains to next month's release including 100% and 400% Bearbricks, the fate of the Converse All Star is yet to be determined. Definitely stay tuned for more details as they become available. Source: Secret Base

Last night, Converse held a launch party for Dr. Romanelli's new Converse (RED) shoe in Los Angeles. The new shoe was made with (PRODUCT) RED which is a program to help fight AIDS, Malaria and Tuberculosis. Inspired by the (PRODUCT) RED project, Dr. Romanelli went out to create a band-aid motif Chuck Taylor. According to Supertouch, Dr. Romanelli said: "The 1HUND(RED) Artists project really motivated me to create something unique and I choose the band-aids as a fix for positive change." Aside from the unveiling of Dr. Romanelli's sneaker, a high octane exhibition included other artist created footwear and artworks including Hiroshi Fujiwara (Japan), Jeremyville (Australia), Michael White for Dondi White (USA), Colletivo Design (Brazil), Grandpeople (Norway), Mike Schall (USA), Supakitch (France) and UPSO (USA). In addition, Lupe Fiasco was there at the party for some live performances. For those who missed out, you can check out the party pictures at Supertouch. The sneakers itself go on sale at the beginning of this month at the nation's leading sneaker stores, Undefeated and Dave's Quality Meats with 10% of net whole price going towards Geneva's The Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria.