Converse has announced the release of the all-new Fall 2014 Chuck Taylor All Star DC Comics collection of sneakers. This limited edition sneaker collection takes its inspiration from fabled DC Comics characters including Superman, Batman, The Joker, Wonder Woman as well as several Justice League characters illustrated by renowned DC Comics artists Jim Lee, Mark Simpson, Andy Kubert and Kenneth Rocafort.
The Chuck Taylor All Star DC Comics collection marks the eight collaboration between Converse and Warner Brothers. The new sneaker collection is available at Journeys stores, the Journeys.com website and Converse's website.
The Batman and Justice League sneaker editions should retail for between $35-$60, while the Superman and Wonder Woman shoes have a suggested retail price of $60.
Comic-Inspired Sneakers
The Chuck Taylor All Star DC Comics Sneakers Feature Superman & Batman
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