Converse and founder of A-COLD-WALL* (ACW) Samuel Ross have announced the release date for their capsule collection.
The collection includes two unique articulations of Converse footwear — Chuck Taylor All Star Lugged and an ERX — matched with two uniquely devised track suits, Ross confronts his evolving story.
The designs follow hallmarks of ACW*: Asymmetry, material exploration and subdued color. And, in honoring Converse’s heritage, Ross ties a thread through from childhood to the maturation of his brand.
With the Chuck Taylor All Star Lugged, Ross translates his personal Black British Caribbean experience, Converse’s history and his design sensibilities to find a new, rugged form for the shoe.
“One of my earliest memories of Converse is owning a pair of navy blue All Stars at age 14. I was traveling to the Caribbean a lot and took those shoes on numerous hikes and across mountain trails,” says Ross. “So, the experience of my childhood effected this idea of changing the All Star into something that is more hard-wearing. You have a mix of cultural experience overlaid with A-COLD-WALL*’s opinion on how footwear should operate.”
A-COLD-WALL Converse Chuck 70 + ERX Release Details
You can expect the A-COLD-WALL x Converse Collection to release on Monday, September 14th on a-cold-wall.com. A wider release will take place on Converse.com and select retailers on Thursday, September 17th. Below you can check out more images for a closer look.
A-COLD-WALL x Converse Chuck 70 / ERX
ACW Release Date: September 14, 2020
Global Release Date: September 17, 2020
