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Showing posts with label Converse. Show all posts

Wednesday, February 15, 2017

New Converse Thursday 2.16.17

Converse Fragment Design Chuck Taylor 70’s Tuxedo Pack
Converse has partnered with Fragment Design and Fragment Head Designer, Hiroshi Fujiwara to create a pack of Chuck Taylor 70’s entitled the “Tuxedo Pack”.  The upper of this pack is made from premium suiting quality twill to reflect the materials of a tuxedo. The satin heel stay is meant to mirror the lapel of a tuxedo, while the label on the inside of the left shoe is a replica of that in which you would find on a suit from Savile Row.  Other features include a black stripe on the lace aglet to represent a bow tie, and a co-branded license plate. The White Chuck Taylor 70 has a lace detail on the heel stay to represent the type of material that would be found on a wedding gown, to give the pack a His And Hers option.
Converse Fragment Design Chuck Taylor 70’s Tuxedo Pack.  White.  156454C
Converse Fragment Design Chuck Taylor 70’s Tuxedo Pack.  Black.  156452C
Premium Suiting Quality Twill Uppers.
Co-Branded Sock Liner And License Plate.
Canvas Inside The Upper To Represent Converse Heritage.
Bow Tie Inspired Lace Aglet.
Satin Heel Stay.

Monday, February 6, 2017

New Converse in Store and Online 2.6.17

Converse Jack Purcell Tumbled Leather Signature Ox.  Sharkskin, White, White.  155586C-449

Friday, February 3, 2017

New Converse in Store and Online 2.3.17

Converse Chuck Taylor All Star '70 Mono Leather Ox.  White, White, White.  155455C-100
The Converse Chuck Taylor All Star ‘70 Mono Leather is the throwback sneaker for those who want a clean, monochromatic look to add to their rotation. Vintage details like higher rubber siding and a cushioned footbed are there, combined with a smooth leather upper. This is a Chuck ‘70 that proves the concept of “less is more.”
Premium mono leather upper.
Archival details like higher rubber siding.
Ortholite™ cushioned footbed.
Classic All Star patch, rubber toecap, toe bumper and striping.

Thursday, January 19, 2017

New Converse Essentials in Store and Online 1.19.17

Converse Essentials Fragment
Converse Essentials Collection in collaboration with Hiroshi Fujiwara.  The concept of this product being designed to fade naturally over time and never lose it’s great fit nor get weak in the seams no matter how tough the consumer is on it resonated with Hiroshi.  his vintage approach celebrates the sportswear classic and ignites Converse’s path forward.
Converse Essentials Fragment Crew Neck Sweatshirt.  Vintage Black.  1000387-A01
12 Year Wash for Vintage Effect
Fragment Word Mark on Chest in Plastisol
Woven Upper Right Chest Badge
Fragment Logo Sleeve Print in Plastisol

Friday, October 28, 2016

New Converse Essentials in Store and Online Saturday 10.29.16

Converse Essentials Shop Collection -- The Darkside Initiative Crewneck Sweatshirt.  Available in Black.
Essentials Collection
The Converse Essentials Collection is designed to get better with time. Each piece is based on three key ideas: quality, craftsmanship and fit. These are timeless products in classic fits, built with superior construction.
Essential Comfort
The Converse Essentials Sportswear Crew Men's Sweatshirt is made with warm French terry fabric for exceptional warmth wherever you go.
Product Details
Soft French terry fabric for warmth and comfort.
360-gram legacy loopback French terry.
Clean finish rib bound collar and cuff detail.
Engineered dyes for long-term color consistency.
Four-needle flatlock construction maintains consistent fit throughout the lifecycle.
Durable polyamide core thread.
Rib cuffs and hem for a snug, comfortable fit.
Modern fit with room to move and layer, without bulk.
Double-cuff rib roll preserves shape and allows for different looks.
Fabric: Body: 100% cotton.
Rib: 82% cotton/18% polyester.
Thank you to Converse for including us in their Shop Collection.   Special thanks to John Colonna, Jon Roy, Ian Ginoza and Mickey Nassrin.

Thursday, October 13, 2016

Sunday, September 11, 2016

New Converse in Store and Online 9.11.16

Converse One Star Nubuck Ox
The One Star sneaker was embraced by the 90’s alternative culture where street and skate came together. Converse re-mastered this classic in a highly durable, soft brushed nubuck leather and added a molded Nike Lunarlon insole for better impact cushioning and a superior fit. Lightweight CONS traction rubber provides additional durability and grip.
Converse One Star Nubuck Ox.  Thunder, Ash Grey, Gum.  153719C
• Durable, soft-brushed nubuck leather construction
• Nike Lunarlon insole for superior cushioning

• Lightweight CONS traction for additional grip
Converse One Star Nubuck Ox.  Black, Ash Grey, Gum.  153717C
• Durable, soft-brushed nubuck leather construction
• Nike Lunarlon insole for superior cushioning

• Lightweight CONS traction for additional grip

New Converse in Store and Online 9.11.16

Converse Chuck Taylor All Star Ox.  Fatigue Green, Egret, Black.  153810C
• Craft leather upper
• Intricate corduroy detailing
• Craft lace and elevated eyelets

The iconic Chuck Taylor All Star silhouette, now available in a craft leather upper execution, and featuring intricate corduroy detail on the tongue.  Craft lace and an elevated eyelet give the classic Chuck a sophisticated but subtle update this holiday season. 

Wednesday, August 17, 2016

New Converse in Store and Online 8.17.16

Converse Chuck Taylor All Star II Ox Shield Canvas Counter Climate.  Fatigue Green, Signal Red.  153540C

Building on the technological advances of the Chuck II, Converse has added their Counter Climate Shield Canvas. Durable and water-repellent, it delivers all day, on-the-go comfort. The Shield Canvas complements existing innovative features like Nike Lunarlon insole cushioning, padded non-slip tongue and super soft micro-suede lining.

Wednesday, August 3, 2016

New Converse in Store and Online 8.3.16

Converse Chuck Taylor All Star '70 Ox Leather/Suede.  Black, Black, Egret.  153848C
The Converse All Star Chuck ’70 is our re-crafted sneaker that uses modern details to celebrate the original Chuck Taylor All Star from the 1970's. It features a slightly higher rubber foxing, a cushioned footbed that provides long-lasting comfort and a more substantial rubber toe cap. Additional vintage details include stitching on the sidewall and a heavier-grade canvas upper for comfort and durability. They join iconic Chuck Taylor attributes such as the star-centered ankle patch and vulcanized rubber outsole.

Thursday, July 14, 2016

New Converse in Store and Online 7.14.16

Converse Jack Purcell M-Series Ox.  Black, Red Block, Egret.  153613C
Premium Look. Water-Repellence. All-Day Comfort
The Jack Purcell M-Series is built for the fashionable life on the move. It combines the premium look and feel of tumbled leather with the all-day comfort of the Nike Lunarlon insole. Other noteworthy features include a leather heel pull and egret matte rubber foxing. 
• Water-repellent, tumbled leather
• Nike Lunarlon insole with cork top cloth for cushioning
• Egret matte rubber foxing

Thursday, June 23, 2016

New Converse in Store and Online 6.24.16

CONVERSE CHUCK TAYLOR ALL STAR II FUTURA COLLECTION SKYFALL
First there was weatherized printed rubber; now there are new reflective street-ready graphics. Elevating the collaboration to the next level, Converse debuts its second Converse Chuck Taylor All Star II with American artist Futura. Featuring original artwork by the legendary Brooklyn-based artist, the Converse Chuck Taylor All Star II Futura “Skyfall” inspired collection takes the technological construction and comfort benefits of Chuck II even further with the addition of reflective materials, creating a sneaker that gets you seen. Designed for both function and fashion, the collection combines Futura’s iconic abstract art style with a weather-ready sneaker collection that’s built for the next generation of self-expression.

A pioneer in graffiti art, Futura’s work is synonymous with ingenuity, originality and the NYC downtown art scene of the early '80s. His work over the last 30 years has transitioned from the street, to the subway, and today into galleries all around the world. This new pack inclu­des artwork that is original to Futura, entitled “Skyfall,” a unique technique that creates two optical illusions: one, that the onlooker is viewing an expanse of tree or mountain tops, and the other, that looks as if the sky is falling. The new collection features all-over reflective body with the original Futura “Skyfall” artwork and Futura branded box packaging and shoe bag. Available in both hi-top and ox, the Chuck II Futura “Skyfall” inspired sneaker also has varnished midsoles and two-toned reflective laces.
Converse Futura Chuck Taylor All Star II Ox.  Skyfall.  White, Reflective, Black.  154494C
All over reflective body with original Futura Skyfall artwork .
Two toned-reflective laces and varnished midsoles.
Futura branded packaging; box and shoe bag.

Converse Futura Chuck Taylor All Star II Hi.  Skyfall.  Black, Silver, Ash Grey.  154493C
All over reflective body with original Futura Skyfall artwork.
Two toned-reflective laces and varnished midsoles.
Futura branded packaging; box and shoe bag.