September 4th, 2011
As far as footwear goes, Converse is an American classic. The company’s latest addition to the lineup is the Dr. J Pros in Horween Chomexcel Leather. The Horween Leather Company is one of the oldest and most distiguished tanneries in the U.S., specializing in athletic leather. Perhaps the most interesting fact is that Horween makes the leather used for most basketballs used in pro games. The shoe will be a part of Converse’s First String Standards, it’s a limited-edition collection featuring less than 400 pairs–the first pair being burgandy with black accents. The second version will be black with burgandy accents, and both versions will have ‘Dr. J’ embossed in gold foil on the leather uppers. Cop the burgandy pair on September 9th for $90 and dress that tux down the classier way.–Nadine G.
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August 17th, 2011
Converse is known for bridging sneakers/lifestyle with music so today’s announcement came as no surprise. The iconic brand released the brand new song “I’m A Goner“ by pop duo Matt & Kim, Soulja Boy and singer-songwriter Andrew W.K. as part of the their Three Artists. One Song collaboration. The song is available for free download at www.converse.com/music. On August 21 at 1:30 PM EST MTV2 will premiere the music video for “I’m A Goner” during the airing of the “MTV2 Presents: Converse Band of Ballers” basketball tournament.
The song is okay but Converse gets props over here for thinking outside the box.
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February 15th, 2011
We rarely post collections strictly aimed at the fairer species but Converse’s latest offering featuring designs from Finnish design house Marimekko is a worthy exception. The spring 2011 collection pairs Converse’s most popular silhouettes with the brand’s signature prints.
The Converse Marimekko designs are available in the Chuck Taylor All Star High and Ox, Jack Purcell Helen and a brand-new silhouette, the Chuck Taylor All Star PJ. Shoes will retail for $75-$85 and will be available in women’s sizing 5 – 11. The collection will be available at premium retail outlets and at www.converse.com.
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January 17th, 2011
It’s that time again. February is Black History Month and of course Nike is dropping a pack to commemorate the month. The company released a few pics of the upcoming Jordan, Nike and Converse kicks to mixed response. The pack is said to be honoring three of the greatest Black American athletes–Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant, and Julius Erving–plus the annual BHM Air Force 1 sneaker. The pack features understated, all-black replicas of the Jordan 3s, the Kobe Zooms VI, and Converse Star Player. The shoes all have gilded accents on the sole; the Jordans and the Zooms have some gold touches on the uppers as well. Very tastefully done, but here are some pics so you can decide for yourself. The release date hasn’t been determined as of yet, but keep your ears and eyes open.
Hit the jump for images of the Zoom VI, Jordan 3 and Converse Star Player.
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Tags: Black History Month, converse, Jordan, Nike, Sneakers
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November 24th, 2010
On Black Friday Converse will open a specialty store in Manhattan’s SoHo neighborhood. The store will carry exclusive footwear, a brand new men’s and women’s apparel collection and accessories plus customization options.
Converse is really repping for NYC with 20 “I Star Chevron” tees for many of NYC’s hoods including L.E.S., Williamsburg and Coney Island.
The store’s exclusive footwear runs the gamut from classic Chucks to Converse by John Varvatos to Jack Purcell.
Converse put a lot of thought into the “rock and roll” inspired design of the specialty store. If you live in or plan on visiting New York be sure to go and check it out.
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October 21st, 2010
By now you’ve probably seen or heard about Converse’s fall 2010 “The Procession” ad campaign featuring Dr. J, Jim Jones, Doug E. Fresh and many more. Part of the fall launch is the brand new Converse Star Player Evo which sneaker. Except for a quick splash in the early 90’s with Larry “Grandmama” Johnson’s React kicks and Kevin Johnson’s Accelerator’s Converse hasn’t been a big factor on the blacktop or hardwood since Magic and Bird dominated the league.
They hope to change that with the Player Evo. Doing away with the big celebrity endorsement model (can you say Elton Brand), Converse has enlisted well respected ball players like the baller formerly known as Shamgod Wells to spread the word on the next stage in Converse basketball sneakers.
The shoe itself takes cues from the classic Chuck silhouette and pushes it into the new millenium. The designers focused on breathability, performance, superior cushioning and impact protection while keeping the shoe’s weight light. They also did a good job with design. Depending on which color way you go with the Evo can be worn off the court with a pair of crisp denim just as functionally as it can on the court with ball shorts.
The Player Evo will be available next month for $89.00 at Foot Locker and Champs.
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August 17th, 2010
Renowned artist Ruslan Karablin p/k/a SSUR’s latest creation is the black (of course) Converse Pro Leather 1976 shoe is no different. SSUR flips the old school hoops shoe with a gritty yet sleek feel.
Its silhouette is constructed of a clean, simple, black nubuck suede upper with subtle perforated Star Chevron branding and a clean neoprene tongue. The gold accents are there for an aspirational feel according to Karablin. While metallic gold shark-tooth jewelry and an image of a great black shark on the foot bed represent status on the street. That coupled with the SSUR signature and skull and crossbones give the shoe a best of both worlds aesthetic.
The SSUR for Converse Pro Leather 1976 will launch globally in August 20, 2010 at SSUR Inc., Undefeated and select retailers globally. All shoes will be available in unisex sizing 8 – 13 for $90 US.
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February 3rd, 2010
Converse by John Varvatos has quietly been one of the most stylish fashion forward partnerships of the last few years. Here are just a few selections from the spring footwear collection.
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Tags: chuck taylors, converse, john varvatos, Sneakers
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February 1st, 2010
CONS scored a major coup signing well respected skater and designer Anthony Pappalardo for it’s first signature skate shoe. This is also Pappalardo’s first signature shoe as a professional skateboarder. The first colorway, dropping in February, doubles as a (PRODUCT)RED initiative, driving awareness to the AIDS epidemic in Africa, and 10% of the net wholesale price of this shoe will be paid to The Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria.
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January 28th, 2010
Another friendly reminder that the Converse Poorman Weapon by Undftd drops tomorrow, January 29th. This is the 3rd edition of this very popular take on the classic Converse hoops shoe. Grab them quick or miss out.
Tags: basketball, converse, poorman weapon, Sneakers, undefeated, undftd
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