GOLF WANG x Converse taps into a nature inspired look with the OWL
Tyler the Creator is back with another shoe release, the GOLF WANG OWL. He has applied a distinct owl camo print to the Chuck 70, continuing a trend of bringing unexpected designs to Converse icons through the creative muse of GOLF WANG. Born from his latest subversive apparel drop, Tyler, The Creator mixes woodland camo with […]
Come Tees Breaks Into Mainstream Distribution with Converse Collaboration
Founded by Sonya Sombreuil, Come Tees is an LA-based label that operated as an exclusive underground outfit for as long as it’s been in existence. A painter by trade, Sombreuil has been included in many exhibitions showing in New York, Copenhagen and Tokyo. Founding her clothing label in 2009, it began as a vintage garment […]
Keith Haring and Converse Deliver Iconic Pop-Art Collection
Breaking Barriers is more than just one action. It’s a mindset of progress that transcends time. Without the creativity, grit, and optimism of the past – All Stars wouldn’t have the inspiration, stories and tools to break the barriers of tomorrow. No other embodies this mindset than the prolific and progressive artist, Keith Haring. Haring’s […]
Converse X Moncler X Fragment
Introducing the next edition in the ongoing partnership between Converse and streetwear legend Hiroshi Fujiwara, elevated through the bold lens of Moncler’s Genius project. Showing artistic restraint and sophistication, this take on the Chuck 70 makes a statement through minimalist design and black and white color blocking. Simple touches like contrast stitching on black canvas and camouflage on […]
Converse X Comme des Garçons PLAY Chuck 70
The Converse X Comme des Garçons PLAY Chuck 70 features classic Chuck Taylor styling with a playful twist. The quirky heart-and-eyes logo, imagined by New York graphic artist Filip Pagowski and Comme des Garçons’ Rei Kawakubo, is as recognisable as the Chuck Taylor itself. The two iconic brands collide on this simple, but remarkable execution […]
Converse collaborates with 5 SA artists for unique designs
Converse launched its #CreateAtHome campaign that encouraged fellow friends and fans of the brand to explore, experiment and enhance their creativity whilst at home due to the COVID-19 pandemic. A major surge of innovation at its finest, Converse’s dedication to highlighting both upcoming and existing artists work has evolved and come in into fruition in […]
The Mono Patchwork Chuck 70
Converse has launched a new Chuck Taylor sneaker in camo green and industrial white. The new, limited-edition Mono Patchwork Chuck 70 mashes up American workwear classics with rugged, textured fabrics and raw finishes. Channel the utilitarian basics of American workwear with this bold take on the season’s patchwork trend. Military references, like rugged canvas and khaki […]
Tyler the Creator’s GOLF le FLEUR* Returns
As the story goes… Tyler, The Creator began reinterpreting the Converse One Star in the summer of 2017, introducing his “flower” design to the silhouette that has come to define the signature GOLF le FLEUR* collection. Each iteration has taken fans into Tyler, The Creator’s world of expression. At times a bold interpretation of two-tone […]
Converse and JW Anderson Drop Epic Collabo
Modern fashion and contemporary craftsmanship collide at the core of everything Jonathan Anderson does. For ten years the visionary designer has urged art out of the gallery and onto the catwalk through his namesake brand, JW Anderson; now, we have another innovative collaboration with Converse – one of youth culture’s most radical and enduring icons. […]
Part 2: 20 Most Influential People & Brands of all Time in SA Urban Fashion
Words by Nick Kaoma This is Part 2 of the list of the 20 Most influential individuals and brands of all time in SA urban fashion and street culture. You can read Part 1 which consisted of individuals and brands in positions 20 – 11. 10. Trompies If you had told me in 1997 (my […]
Converse and Sneakerstuff Release One Star Collaboration
The Converse One Star continues to show up across global street culture, with celebrated sneaker boutique Sneakersnstuff creating a limited-edition capsule in collaboration with Converse. The One Star take on the military print comes to life through texture and color. Translating a traditionally graphic application into a unique patchwork of suede and leather, Converse and SNS focused on […]
Spree Launches #TheIndex
Spree has launched #TheIndex, an online sneaker and streetwear destination for men and women offering a curated selection of leading brands such as adidas, Puma, Reebok, Converse, Fila, Vans and New Balance. #TheIndex’s campaign features local hip hop star Gemini Major and influencers, Neema and Atish Jogi. COMPETITION: You stand the chance to WIN your very own […]