Last class , Converse redesigned its iconic Chuck Taylor sneakersfor the first time in almost 100 long time . The young interpretation of the kicks went over so well that now Converse isupdating its classic All Stars toowith a modern take that replaces the canvas uppers with a lightweight and breathable crumple cloth .
Do n’t guide a finger and accuse Converse of stealing Nike ’s Flyknit material , though . Back in 2003 , Nike bought converse after the iconic blade filed for bankruptcy , so the the two companies are now one and the same , and complimentary to partake in each other ’s engineering and designs .
Available in both Hawai’i - top and scummy - cut way , the Converse All Star Moderns are evocative of the originals from manner back in 1920 , but also have Nike technology , including the breathable “ Hyperfuse ” cloth the sneaker heavyweight uses in its track shoes , and a lightweight “ Phylon ” foam sole . The All Star Moderns make out in your choice of five different colors accented with black toe caps , bootleg laces , and black grummet .
The new place are sure to be more durable than the canvas oldies , but jumping into the future is going to cost you . The All Star Moderns will be uncommitted starting on June 16 ; the hi - tops will set you back a brawny $ 140 per pair , while the lo - elevation will cost $ 130 . Apparently premium pricing is another feature of speech Converse has adopted from its parent company .
Those are the cheaper kick , though . To serve introduce the new ingathering Converse will also be liberate a limited edition interpretation send for the All Star Modern HTM contrive by Nike ’s Hiroshi Fujiwara , Tinker Hatfield and Mark Parker — hence the HTM moniker . Thanks to a white or contraband upper made of goat leather , the limited edition HTMs will be made uncommitted start on June 9 for a hefty $ 180 . Ouch .
[ ConverseviaFastCo ]
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