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Converse has teamed up with iconic Finnish textile and design house, Marimekko, to bring you a women's only premium collection.

In this short film, discover the story of how these two iconic brands came together and what inspired their 2011 collaboration. Shot in Helsinki, Finland, Noora Niinikoski of Marimekko emphasises how the rich history and timeless style of both Converse and Marimekko made way for a very natural fit. 

The Converse X Marimekko Collection is now available online at converse.com.au
  

We are unveiling a new version of the Motorcycle Jacket shoe, officially called the Converse Chuck Taylor All Star Leather Jacket shoe. Converse first debuted the Chuck Taylor All Star Leather Jacket shoe in 2009 with a black version, followed by a special Converse (PRODUCT) Red version.

For Holiday 2010, Converse unveiled its first version done in collaboration with leather experts Schott NYC. That version was black suede. This Saturday the 19th of February, Converse will unveil a navy version in a premium leather finish. As a part of Converse First String, Converse's premium product line that celebrates craftsmanship, authenticity and pure expression, this shoe will be available in limited quantities.


The Schott NYC high-top navy leather will be released at the following premium retailers:

AUS
Saturday 19th February @ Espionage
22-26 Goulburn Street, Sydney ph:02 9264 9704
Just twelve pairs of this limited release are up for grabs. Available in unisex sizing. RRP AU$180

NZ
Releasing in April @ Area 51
55 High Street, Auckland CDB ph:+64 9309 1922
Just twelve pairs of this limited release up for grabs. Available in unisex sizing.
RRP NZ$240

In recognition of World AIDS Day, we've teamed up with Chicago-based artist Cody Hudson to bring you the latest Paint the Town (Red) collaboration.

The limited edition Cody Hudson x Converse (Red) Chuck Taylor All-Star features a premium leather upper with unique embossing on the side and tongue. Deep brown leather is contrasted with blue toecap, red/blue laces and blue lining, giving the artists interpretation of the Chuck Taylor an Americana look.

Cody Hudson founded Struggle Inc, a commercial art house based in Chicago. It's known for the production of clean, multi-dimensional graphics and design aesthetics that are part, urban modernism and part, organic visual deconstruction. Hudson's work has travelled the world including the U.S, Europe and Japan.

Proceeds from the limited edition shoe go to (RED) for large-scale prevention, treatment and care programs for AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria in Africa.

December 1^st is not only World AIDS Day and the day you put up your Christmas tree, but also the day Hype DC releases 12 pairs of these at their Sydney store in Pitt Street Mall.

Hype DC Sydney Central Plaza. Cnr Pitt Street and Market Street, Sydney. Ph: 02 9221 5688

Another Converse Paint the Town (Red) collaboration is about to hit Aussie shores. This time it is an interpretation of the Chuck Taylor All Star Hi Black Monochrome by New York artist Giovanni Estevez.

As New-York as they come Gio Estevez grew up watching the greatest artists of the 20th century make their mark on the subways and streets of the city. Inspired, he embarked on a career as an artist which has led him to his current clothing design project "ANX", as well as a sizable backlog of designs, illustrations, paintings and collaborations along the way. His version of the Chuck Taylor All Star serves as a canvas for a unique embroidered design taken from a series of illustrations Gio has become recognized for. "It's not something easily explained, but the drawing represents how I feel about New York City." The black on black embroidery is placed on heavy-duty, rain resistant, twill. " I love to wear canvas Chucks year-round and wanted to create a pair with a canvas that can stand up to NYC weather," he says. Rounding out the design, the tongue and foot bed features designs that echo his artwork as well as his signature.

You can buy one of twelve pairs at Hype Dc Pitt St. in Sydney starting Saturday September 25th, 2010.

SSUR is a New York street wear label founded by artist, clothing designer, and collector: Russ Karablin aka "Sir".

SSUR has always based his inspiration on Sex, Politics and Protest. It is also derived from other forms of artistic influences whether it be street art, photography, digital art, conceptual art, dance and music. They all have a part to play when it comes to creating his "one of a kind" pieces.

The Pro Leather 76' SSUR shoe will be released in Australia on Monday August 30th, 2010. The 12 exclusive pairs will be available at the Hype DC store: Shop 25&26G, Sydney Central Plaza. Cnr Pitt St and Market St, Sydney 2000.

http://ssurempirestate.com/