CONVERSE ANNOUNCES HOLIDAY 2013 ALL STAR COLLECTION AND INVITES YOU TO #GETWINTERIZED

 CONVERSE Inc. announces the launch of its Chuck Taylor All Star Holiday 2013 Collection with a series of creative moments sure to warm your cockles. True to the spirit of the original All Star, the collection is reworked and infused with seasonal design details that are sure to excite any sneaker fan – with the most iconic Converse silhouette updated using premium materials and fabric treatments that help combat the cold, wet winter months. Each style is available now at Schuh.co.uk from £60.

CONVERSE CELEBRATES ROCK CRAFTSMANSHIP COLLECTION WITH 'CONVERSE AT THE CIRCLE'

 CONVERSE UK announces the launch of the Fall 2013 Chuck Taylor All Star Rock Craftsmanship sneaker collection, showcasing reconstructed hardware, bold animal prints and new silhouettes that celebrate the spirit of rock ‘n’ roll.

BLACK REBEL MOTORCYCLE CLUB PLAY CONVERSE GIGS @ 100 CLUB Tuesday 23rd July 2013

After the success of Nina Nesbitt and Lower Than Atlantis’ acoustic performance last month, it’s time to crank the amps back up and get loud. Converse is getting a few of their hardcore customers and press to witness indie rock legends Black Rebel Motorcycle Club in all their rock ’n’ roll glory play an exclusive show at London’s legendary 100 Club.

Converse Champion The Monochrome Trend

This spring summer, Monochrome is the trend du jour.  Converse are known for their simple, elegant and functional designs which pair 2-3 colours together to produce products which are an essential wardrobe staple.  Featuring the forever iconic Chuck Taylor logo, the All Day Backpack and Player Messenger fit the Monotone trend perfectly, allowing anyone with a sport aesthetic to accessorise their looks with the perfect accompaniment.

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Converse 1970s Chuck Taylor All Star Collection International Launch

Converse debuts its First String Standards 1970s Chuck Taylor All Star collection. Borrowing subtle details of sneakers from the era when Converse was celebrated by iconic rock & rollers, basketball legends who have won championships and skateboarders that have ripped pools, the “70s Chuck” is re-crafted to the specifications of the Chuck Taylor All Star of the ‘70s.

The 1970s Chuck Taylor All Star collection features slight differences that, at first, may only be recognizable to collectors and astute fans; however, upon careful inspection the sneaker features slightly higher rubber foxing along the sole, added cushioning and a slightly more substantial toe box.  Additional vintage details include stitching on the sidewall, a vintage license plate on the heel and super heavy-grade canvas upper.

The original classic black and white sneakers will be available globally on Friday, February 15.The first original colours ever made by Converse in sunflower and crimson, will be available globally in April and additional colours will follow in July. The 1970s Chuck Taylor All Star will be available at Concepts Cambridge in Massachusetts, JUICE in Shanghai, Foot Patrol in London, and HAVEN in Canada for a suggested retail price of £45-£55

The Masafumi Watanabe for Converse Jack Purcell Johnny Sneakers

Founder of the influential label Bedwin and the Heartbreakers, Watanabe is one of Japan’s most influential designers and an innovator of a contemporary, tailored, street-wear aesthetic. His fresh take on classic American apparel, makes his collaboration using the iconic Jack Purcell Johnny shoe a natural fit. Its all brown but in different tones...by far the most alluring feature of these beauties. Converse has been on a roll with these collaborations, i especially love the collaboration with Gorillaz.

Converse X Gorillaz SS12 Footwear Collection

 CONVERSE Inc. unveiled four distinct design concepts for the newest footwear collaboration with the world-famous virtual band, Gorillaz.  Launching in February 2012, the styles from the Spring 2012 collection combine the iconic Chuck Taylor All Star silhouette with the band’s legendary graphic images. Award-winning designer and Gorillaz co-creator Jamie Hewlett has designed exclusive prints incorporating elements from their ground breaking artwork. Each design melds their diverse backgrounds and unique influences to create a revolutionary collection. The partnership with Gorillaz will also include a Converse “Three Artists. One Song” original track titled “DoYaThing” featuring Gorillaz, James Murphy and Andre 3000 of OutKast. The free track will be available for download at www.converse.com NOW.