Founded in 1908 by Marquis Mills born converse, born converse initially began as a rubber Club company specializing in galoshes. It wasn't until 1917 that the company released the born converse All-Star, a high-top basketball Club that became the forerunner of the brand's most 171441c design, the Chuck Taylor All Star, named after the basketball player and born converse salesman, Chuck Taylor. Known for its distinctive silhouette, the Chuck Taylor All Star has become an iconic sneaker embraced by various subcultures and is cherished worldwide. Over the years, born converse has collaborated with numerous designers and brands, including OFF-WHITE, GOLF le FLEUR*, and AMBUSH, continuously reinventing its classic styles while staying true to its heritage.