Converse and Kenzo Bring Back 1980s Fashion With Their First-Ever Collaboration
Converse and Kenzo have teamed up for the first time to release a limited-edition footwear collection showcasing 1980s-inspired versions of the iconic Chuck 70.
Kenzo‘s creative director Nigo lends his “Hana Leopard” print to the collection, which features one high-top cut and two low-top cuts.
Taking inspiration from Converse and Kenzo’s 1980s archives, the Hana Leopard motif references the graphics of the era as well as Converse’s first foray into fashion-based patterns. The shoes feature a geometric winged stitch on various parts of the upper in addition to a screen-printed Chuck Taylor patch with deliberate imperfections in homage to the original. The high-top style in particular features a pinched collar.
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Other details showcased on the shoes include an outsole inlay of Kenzo’s boke flower and a charm version of the all-new Kenzo pop graphic.
An official description of the collection reads, “Known for its distinct point of view, Kenzo famously blends cultural aesthetics while infusing a contagious sense of optimism and energy. Through its playful, free-spirited approach, the fashion house leverages bold colors and prints featuring a unique style and dynamic silhouette.”
The Chuck 70 Hi is offered in a colorway called Sweet Corn while the Chuck 70 Low comes in Pink Cosmos and Cypress options.
The collection is accompanied by campaign and lifestyle motion imagery focused on the collegiate lifestyle.
