The Missoni Converse Fall/Winter 2012 shoe collection showcases sneaker designs that look like the sewing machine exploded -- in a good way. Crazy Missoni fabrics are utilized in the collaboration with the Auckland Racer and Pro Leather Converse shoe models. All in all, there are 20 different shoe designs in this season's collections.
The Missoni Converse Fall/Winter 2012 shoe collection will be released in Paris at colette on September 28th. London artist Gary Card has been commissioned to create a installation that matches the shoe collection's crazy fabric designs. Along with each pair of shoes comes a hardcover book that is made from the same fabric as the shoes. Dip into your savings just a little bit to cover the $517 price of these awesome kicks.
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The Missoni Converse Fall/Winter 2012 Collection is Bold
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