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Converse Philippines recently introduced 6 out of the 13 NBA teams featured in the NBA Chuck Taylor All Star Collection
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The new line of sneakers celebrated the basketball industry’s history and culture
Converse’s iconic Chuck Taylor All Star sneaker originated back in 1949. As time progressed, one of the NBA players line slam dunk and all around basketball pioneer, Julius “Dr. J” Erving cemented the Converse brand in basketball history with his daring game play in 1975. During that time, he was wearing his version of the classic Pro Leather silhouette.
Since that historical moment in the industry, Converse has been one of the staple shoe brand for the players. On September 29, 2017, Converse launches the NBA Chuck Taylor All Star Collection, giving fans a way to commemorate the legends of NBA. The collection will showcase all 30 NBA teams to pay tribute to its amazing years that defined the basketball culture.
Converse Philippines launched 6 out of the 30 teams in select stores nationwide. As a sneak peek, we will be giving you a slight description of what’s in store: each limited edition sneaker features team logos decorated on the tips of the laces and embroidered on the sneaker’s tongue with tonal lace and multicolor lace aglets. The mesh upper features the team’s name and jersey-inspired details, while each out-sole is molded to display the given team’s city influence. The sneaker is covered in individually-screen printed jersey material and includes the Lunarlon sockliner and micro-suede internal lining for comfort.
Behold, the six teams in their NBA Chuck Taylor form:
Boston Celtics
A legendary city with much to celebrate and a record breaking basketball team with more banners than any franchise in the league – the Celtics 17 NBA titles are recognized on the “Legend” sneaker with an embossed “17” on the upper. The Converse x NBA Boston Celtics sneakers commemorate the storied athletic record of the Green with a sneaker that helped bring Boston a whole lot of gold.
Chicago Bulls
A city with a team that won the ‘90s, the Chicago Bulls were unbeatable with two three-peat seasons spanning 1991-1993 and 1996-1998. The Converse x NBA Chicago Bulls sneakers recall the iconic ‘90s warm-ups with its two-tone nylon tongue and red triangles representing the game plan that made it all happen.
Cleveland Cavaliers
One of basketball’s most iconic sneaker sports basketball’s most famous icons. Mesh upper features team name and jersey-inspired details. Team logo embroidered on the tongue top with tonal lace and multicolor lace aglet. This Chuck Taylor includes the Lunarlon sockliner and micro-suede lining for comfort.
Golden State Warriors
Newly-minted legends in the NBA, the Golden State Warriors turned the Bay into basketball’s twenty-first century epicenter. The five-time championship winners have been creating historic moments in recent times for their competitive spirit and ability to overcome unbelievable odds. The Converse x NBA Golden State Warriors sneaker honors the Bay Area with an embroidered landscape of the Bay Bridge on the upper.
Los Angeles Lakers
The Los Angeles Lakers are all about “Showtime” – home of the purple and gold and one of the league’s most successful teams in NBA history with 16 championships. To celebrate, sixteen stars are embroidered on the sneaker’s tongue. Los Angeles slated an era when basketball embraced sunshine, celebrities, and a smooth, silky version of hoops. With star status athletes, the Lakers take center stage with 21 Hall of Famers and the NBA’s longest winning streak of 33 consecutive games. The Converse x NBA LA Lakers sneakers embody showmanship and functionality with an internal gold foil
print and silver hardware along with premium leather lining and molded sockliner.
New York Knicks
The Pride of Gotham, the New York Knicks is a team that represents the fiercest metropolis on the planet. Diehard fans live for the slogan “Once a Knick, Always a Knick,” which is embossed along the side of the “Legends” upper. The Knicks are only one of two original NBA teams that remain in their founding city. The Converse x NBA New York Knicks sneakers denotes loyalty and originality.
Thrilled, now? The collection will be available at Converse shops in Festival Mall, Glorietta and Ayala Center Cebu and are priced Php 4,950.
If these sneakers are not yet enough to satisfy your fan heart, Converse still has more for you. A line of Converse NBA
Apparel are also made available to tie together the full street-wear uniform.
What’s your pick? Let us know in the comment section below, if you too are lusting to have on of these!!
