Hey everyone!  Sorry I haven’t updated this joint in a minute, but I was actually down in D.C. to attend the Rally to Restore Sanity.  I can’t say that we actually participated.   It was more like we showed up really late, couldn’t see or hear anything, and promptly left.  But still, I’d like to think we represented just by being there, or something.

But onto the shoes!  I am so happy that Converse has a skate line.  There was a very real possibility of a long list of Chuck Taylors in different colors all up and down this site.  That would have admittedly been terrible.  But thankfully, we have the CTS and the Star Player (ok, the CTS looks exactly like a Chuck Taylor, whatever).  Well, at least the Star Player is offered in black waxed canvas.  Of course, all Converse come with the big asterisk – not guaranteed vegan.  Just need to mention it.

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The Converse Chuck Taylor – everyone has a pair.  So everyone knows that they can be kinda flimsy, and offer virtually no foot support.  How did people actually play basketball in them?  Well, Converse adapted the Chuck very well into a skateboard shoe with the CONS CTS Ox.

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This Converse Jack Purcell “Johnny” Collection adds a few twists and patterns to the classic(s).  The traditional toe remains, but the sole is re-shaped, and an extra lateral piece of canvas runs up and down the side.  This collection is available in a hi and lo-top; the hi is available in beige, and the lo is available in beige and brown.  They are still all canvas.  You can get these now for $85 and $80 at Converse.  Yup!  Click for more pics.

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This new pack from Converse features the artwork and some rhymes of the late famous Dr. Seuss.  At first I was a little skeptical, but with the bold colors and cool patterns, I can’t hate on em.  These are pretty sweet.  Plus, Dr. Suess is the man.  I especially like the oversize “Thing” logo where the Chuck Taylor Star usually is.  And don’t worry, there is one with the Cat in the Hat featured prominently.  Kid sizes are available, but nostalgic adults don’t despair – there are sizes for you too!

Avail at Converse.  Source: Nice Kicks.

The Converse Jack Purcell has been on my “next purchase” list for a really long time (I’m currently trying to outwear all my sneaks, some of them can take a beating).  But if I can get my hand on these, I’ll definitely cop a pair.  The JP has the laid back sensibilities of the Chuck Taylor, but is slightly more sophisticated.  I’d feel comfortable pairing these with slacks or jeans, going out for errands or night out.  This collabo with X-Large and its sister company X-Girl, adds some color.  I like the contrasting laces a lot, and I don’t understand why one of the pics has white laces.  Maybe they come with the extra white ones as an option?  Anyway, these will be available in Japan on July 24th, and hopefully stateside soon!

Source: Sneaker Freaker

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This variation of the Chuck Taylor is part of the CONS skate line.   Simple black canvas with white stitching. I like the tapered ankle, and I would much prefer these over the regular Chuck Taylor Hi. Available at Huf.

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Converse is incorporating nylon into the Chuck Taylor Hi, much like it did for the Poorman’s Weapon.  The military look is in full effect, especially in the olive colorway.  It’s also available in black.  Both sport an orange liner, and the always classic white sole.  These are currently available at select Converse retailers, including Shoe Gallery in Miami.

Hey everyone, last week I posted a picture of my “vegan” Converse Chuck Taylors and I asked some of you to send me some pics of yours.  Well, a few of you kindly obliged, and here they are!

Here is Jasper, rocking some Converse Chuck Taylor in black navy.  Notice how much more stylish they are than mine due to the awesome yet almost incomprehensible lacing pattern he has devised.  Kudos!  Also, check out his excellent blog and you’ll see some amazing artwork and beautiful photographs (I love these kittens!).

This is my man Petrus, lounging in central Stockholm (that is in Sweden for all you uncouth Americans), sporting the Habitat Ibex.  Just one word – lovely.  This is where you live???  I heard it’s cold there but damn, spring and summer must be gorgeous.

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Sorry I haven’t posted in a while.  I was on a little vacay in Montreal.  If you want to go to a laid back city, check it out.  Good food, nice people, and right now the weather is nice.  Anyway, onto the shoes. I picked The Jack Purcell Ox because it’s just so classic, but it’s often overlooked by the Converse crowd.  It offers the classic Chuck Taylor look but with some distinct details, such as the “smiley face” on the rubber toecap.  Also, I featured some different colors outside of the classic black/white/blue… here are some summery shades in canvas with cotton liner, in a bunch of colors, like tan, green, navy, and green.  Click for more pics.

Keep in mind of course Converse does not guarantee these shoes are vegan.  They do not monitor the types of glues they use, so it’s possible that some of these may contain animal products.

These are all available at Zappos

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Commes Des Garcon Play label has received a lot of attention thanks to rappers/fashionistas such as Kanyeezy West.  Their heart logo can be seen on cardigans and shirts, but now it’s available on the classic Chuck Taylor thanks to this collaboration.   These all canvas Chucks come in an off white and black colorway in hi-top and lo-top, with the cute lil heart “bugged eyes” by artist Filip Pagowski printed on the outside.  Also features a vulcanized white sole, and contrasting heel stripe.  More photos after the jump!

Available at Wish (if they haven’t sold out).

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