Converse has been quieter about its plans for 2021 than its NIKE, Inc. counterparts. Yet, the storied brand has just confirmed an impressive roster of collaborators for spring and summer. Among it, Off-White, Converse Chuck Taylor All Star Hi washed canvas trainers in light field surplus, Converse Summer Denim Run Star Hike Blue Men Unisex Casual PLAY and more.
“An important value of Converse is one that respects, honors and wants to continue to foster creativity,” said Brandis Russell, VP of Footwear.
Although the Boston-based brand will continue to deliver lifestyle-oriented propositions, it’s also utilizing collaboration to further propel its performance-basketball endeavors. Hometown-neighbor Concepts Converse Chuck Taylor All Star Navy Canvas White Men Shoe “Southern Flame” capsule, which nods to the origins of basketball in Springfield, MA. Draymond Green and Natasha Cloud, both Converse vintage, are also scheduled to launch creative projects throughout 2021’s first-half.
While the air waits to see what Virgil Abloh, Kim Jones and Telfar Clemens’ chevron-and-star-branded designs look like, a few things have already been disclosed: Each project is rooted in the opportunity to break from convention, while considering inclusivity, sustainability and a sense of fun.
Converse’s all-star lineup is likely to begin rolling out its joint-efforts within the next month via Converse.com. Sneakers CONVERSE Ctas Lift Ox 570773C Black Light Fawn Egret Air Jordan 4 “Taupe Haze” CONVERSE JACK PURCELL SNEAKER COLLECTION.
