Converse has just revealed its new sneakers. Pairs with original designs, imagined in collaboration with different designers, including the American Martine Ali.
A silhouette recognizable among thousands, a patch of authenticity to avoid being copied by counterfeiters and hundreds of different colors to seduce the crowds. Here is what, in a few words, accounts for the success of Converse. But the brand does not intend to rest on its classics and is constantly renewing its most iconic model. The latest version of the Chuck Taylor All Star ? We owe it to the jewelry designer Martine Ali.
Baptized Luxury Wedge, this black leather variation has a foam wedge sole with graphic angles. Enough to gain height, since THE heel measures 10 cm. Another major change: the sneaker does not display the signature rounded toe of the Chuck Taylor. Instead, the American designer gave it two right angles that totally correspond to the trends of the moment. As proof, the search engine Tagwalkwhich references all the fashion shows, identified 1,570 pairs of square-toed shoes during spring-summer 2024 fashion week. Without a doubt the fashion gimmick of the moment!
Converse multiplies collaborations
Martine Ali is not the only designer solicited by Converse. The label bought by Nike in 2008 also called on the Frenchwoman Isabel funny and Chinese style Feng Chen Wang to reinvent its flagship sneakers. The collections signed by the two women will be available for sale in 2024. As for the Luxury Wedge, it is already possible to afford it. The model has been distributed since 1er December on the brand’s website at a price of 160 euros. Fashionistas who would like to give their Converse an even more edgy twist can treat themselves to the alternative equipped with gaiters. They transform these sneakers into thigh-high boots in the blink of an eye, just to warm up winter looks with style.