Converse by John Varvatos Chuck Taylor All-Star

In less then 2 days, the US will begin nation wide celebrations as it turns 231 years old. To commemorate the occasion, designer John Varvatos has his Independence Day spirit captured in this sneaker. Arguably one of the world’s most iconic canvas both figuratively and literally, the Chuck Taylor is the basis of this rendition of the stars and stripes.

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Converse by John Varvatos Chuck Taylor All-Star

In less then 2 days, the US will begin nation wide celebrations as it turns 231 years old. To commemorate the occasion, designer John Varvatos has his Independence Day spirit captured in this sneaker. Arguably one of the world’s most iconic canvas both figuratively and literally, the Chuck Taylor is the basis of this rendition of the stars and stripes.

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