With the announcement of their partnership back in July last year, sneaker and OKC fans were waiting very patiently for Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Converse’s first collaboration — and boy did he deliver. his MCA-like Pro Leather Ox from October was fairly simple, but that was just a taste of things to come. Now, with a boost of confidence in his step, Shai has unveiled his sophomore Converse sneaker, again a Pro Leather Ox, again with some high-end inspiration.
An ostensible nod to Japanese fashion label COMME des GARÇONS, the shoe’s Jasper Cts warped 171844C and excess stitching akin to the CDG Air Force 1 that hit the runway last year. Just take one look at the eyestay and toe cap 171844C that extend well over the typical stitch line — exactly how CDG delivered their Uptowns. Tongues are stuffed and forefeet are quilted to add some bulk to the traditionally streamlined shoe, before reaching a fairly tame back end — save the exotic liners. Branding is kept minimal, with tonal finished applied to the midfoot 171844C and tongue debossing, whilst a solitary SGA in gold foil sits at the midfoot. The pair is then completed by an in-vogue sail sole unit.
the Creators Converse Artist Series will exclusively launch on Shai Gilgeous-Alexander x Converse Pro Leather Ox to release at select stores in the not-too-distant future.
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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander x Converse Pro Leather Ox
Release Date: 2021