Last year we saw Jordan Brand jump onto the skateboarding scene with the release of the Jordan Flipsyde and Converse isn’t far behind. Here we feature a pair of Converse Cons in a low ankle design which for now have been labeled as samples. They feature  grey color scheme constructed from a combination of leather and suede along with perforations for added ventilation. They side panels sport the classic Converse star symbol that fanatics have come to love. No word yet on their availability but we’ll keep you guys updated. via theconverseblog

The Converse Chuck Taylor is a timeless classic that is adored by fanatics all across the world. Converse Japan is slated to release the iconic shoe is several different designs including patent leather, polka dots, and geometric shapes. Also shown here are a pair of Jack Purcell’s and Pro Leather Mids that are scheduled to release. For now, enjoy the pictures and we’ll keep you guys updated if we learn anything new. Images via Hypebeast.

Converse is bringing in the new year with a bang, as 2009 marks their 100th year Anniversary. You can expect to see plenty of hot releases this year, including this pair of iconic Chuck Taylors which have been altered a bit. They are actually a collaboration with artist Mastermind. They sport the classic black and white canvas design but includes a few add-ons such as a zipper on the back as well as a skull and cross-bones design on the tongue. They are highly limited, as only 50 pairs will be available at Colette during Spring / Summer.

The Converse - 100th Anniversary/December Releases are now available at Ripe.

Converse Weapon - New Colorways - 2009 Release

Popular back in the 1980’s the Converse Weapon was worn by the likes of Magic Johnson, and Isaiah Thomas. They have been released plenty of times and in several colorways, and 2009 is no different. They are shown here in several colorways that are inspired by NBA teams’ colorways, which include the Boston Celtics, New York Knicks, and the a white / red color scheme. Each pair is constructed from leather, while sporting strong accents that are definite eye droppers.Look for them to release sometime in 2009. via LimitedEditions.org

Converse is notorious for collaborations, especially with Undefeated, and they have done it up once again. This time around,  the project is called Poorman’s Weapon, and draws inspiration from the classic military jacket. While they may seem simplistic, they have actually been constructed with a number of different premium details that include a War is Big Business tag on the inside of the tongue, a manila card which comes attached to the shoe, and the UNDFTD Strike logo on the midsole. Another highlight of the shoe is the removable Converse logo on the upper. They are scheduled to release at UNDFTD locations in January as well as the UNDFTD e-store. via Sneaker Freaker

Converse is slated to release this special pair of Chuck Taylor Lows to celebrate The Big Day Out. In case you didn’t know, that is the name given to Austrailia’s largest music festival in which Converse is a major sponsor. They feature a white canvas upper along with multi-colored accents, including The Big Day Out seen on the side panels. They are exclusive to Australia, and will hit retailers during the beginning of December. Within 50 of the pairs, users will find tickets to the concert. via snkr frkr

Converse Chuck Taylor Low - Big Day Out

We’ve seen several collaborations with Converse and classic Rock Bands, and this latest pair can now  be added to the list. Constructed to pay homage to The Doors, this pair of classic Chuck Taylor Highs feature an all black canvas upper with a detailed illustration of Jim Morrison at the back end. They also feature the classic white rubber toe and midsole, a design that seems to never go out of style. They are now available at select shops including Major DC.

We’ve seen Barney’s NYC pop up in a few of our post, as they have been exclusively selling several shoes latetly. Here we feature their latest collaboration with the classic Converse Chuck Taylor model. They feature the shoe’s iconic silhouette, along with perforated patent leather uppers. They feature a red, white, and black colorway and are now available at Barneys for $95.via Complex

This year marks Converse’s 100th Anniversary, and they’ve been celebrating all year with special edition releases and things of that nature. The celebration continues on as they have lined up a variety of shoes to include in their November 2008 collection. Some of the models involved are the Chuck Taylor, Jack Purcell, Pro Leather High and One Stars. They are scheduled to release at Converse Japan retailers this November.Via HypeBeast.

Converse Japan 100th Anniversary November Collection

After a few disappointing seasons, Dwayne Wade plans to show everyone how healthy he is, and with the help of his new teammates, help lead the Heat back to the promise land. With a fresh start comes a fresh look, as he will be stepping onto the court with his new signature shoe, the Converse Wade 4. They sport a predominantly black upper along with red and white accents. A noticeable feature is the use of ventilation shafts located on the shoe which will help reduce the heat within the shoe and allow the foot to breathe. They are scheduled to release sometime late in October. via Nicekicks.

Converse Wade 4 - Black / Red / White

Converse’s latest creation has been labeled the Century Project, and features two pairs of mid cut shoes, the One Star Mids and the Poorman P Team Hi. BOth feature all black leather constructions and were created to help celebrate Converse’s100th year anniversary. They are both available now at Overkill. via Kicksaholic.

Undefeated x Converse Poorman

Here we feature a picture of the Poorman’s Weapon, which is a collaboration between Converse and Undefeated. They are inspired by the Air Force MA -1 flight jacket, and sport an all black nylon and satin upper. They also sport removable Velcro patches, and a bright orange inner lining. The sole is modeled after the iconic Converse Chuck Taylor shoe. No word on a release date, but we’ll keep you guys notified. via Vapors.

Undefeated x Converse Poorman