Supercharged Staples: Converse x fragment design Chuck Taylor All Star SE

The CONVERSE X FRAGMENT DESIGN CHUCK TAYLOR ALL STAR SE sees Hiroshi Fujiwara apply stripped back streetwear sensibilities to a classic footwear icon.

From humble beginnings on the hardwood, the Converse Chuck Taylor All Star quickly became a staple footwear choice for countless generations, and its iconic status still remains unrivaled. Retaining the silhouettes trademark characteristics, fragment design’s Hiroshi Fujiwara re-envisions the shoe this season, adding an extra injection of stripped back style as he goes.

A simple construction of black uppers with white stitching, minimal yet distinguishable fragment branding takes to the heel stay and instantly recognisable Chuck Taylor midsole, cozying up to the classic All Star patch. Available in both high and low versions, the collaborative shoe embodies the DNA of two classic and contemporary streetwear brands, retooling the All Star with fleece fabric uppers and a dual branded Nike Lunarlon sock liner for high calibre comfort and support.

Don’t be a wally, and re-up your footwear staples this weekend with this extra special collaboration from one of Japan’s most hallowed streetwear designers.

The CONVERSE X FRAGMENT DESIGN CHUCK TAYLOR ALL STAR SE is available from THURSDAY 18 MAY: shop the current CONVERSE footwear range by following the banner below.