Converse has a couple of exclusive sneaker collaborations set to release at ComplexCon Chicago this weekend, including collabs with Chinatown Market and LA-based artist Joshua Vides. Each of the special edition sneakers take shape in the form of the Chuck 70.
Converse and Chinatown Market conceptualized a light-sensitive, multi-tone
Converse x Chinatown Market/Foot Locker
Converse x Chinatown Market/Converse
Utilizing Vides' signature linework on the mid- and outsole, he redrew the lines of Chuck 70, crafting a black and white base layer with subtle linework. Then, with a desire to ensure the wearer can adapt the shoe to their individual style, concepted interchangeable Velcro hook and loop panels in custom Pantone colorways that overlay the
Converse x Joshua Vides/Converse
Converse x Joshua Vides/Converse
In addition to those two collabs, Converse will also be releasing am "UNT1TL3D" pack, featuring an exaggerated midsole and upper that features hand drawn iterations of the phrase – "Not A Chuck."
The three new interpretations of the Chuck 70 will be available in limited quantities during ComplexCon Chicago on July 20 & 21 at the Foot Locker x Converse Supermall booth open from 9AM to 8PM.
Converse x UNT1TL3D will be available on July 26 for $70, and Converse x Joshua Vides will be available for $95-$100 on August 16 at Foot Locker stores nationwide. Converse x Chinatown Market will be available at 12:01 AM ET on July 20 at Foot Locker stores nationwide on August 2 for $110.