These Retro Converse Kicks Pay Homage to a Great Canadian Game
Brandon Bastaldo — April 3, 2013 — Fashion
References: converse.co.jp & sneakernews
Although brands like Nike and Reebok pride themselves on their incredibly advanced and vibrantly detailed basketball shoes, Converse’s world famous Chuck Taylor shoes have existed as the model for stripped-down basketball attire for nearly a century and these new retro Converse Japan Allstar Hi ‘Basketplayers’ are paying the appropriate tribute to this remarkable legacy.
Created in 1917 and named after famed basketball player Charles Taylor, the slim and simplified look of the Chuck Taylor shoe has been imitated and attempted by many other companies looking to monopolize on this one of a kind design.
Featuring vibrant images of cheerleaders and old fashioned basketball players printed on an attractive white canvas, these retro Converse Japan Allstar Hi ‘Basketplayers’ are a great blast from the past that will remind even the most colorful basketball shoe wearer of the clean cut origins of this game.
Created in 1917 and named after famed basketball player Charles Taylor, the slim and simplified look of the Chuck Taylor shoe has been imitated and attempted by many other companies looking to monopolize on this one of a kind design.
Featuring vibrant images of cheerleaders and old fashioned basketball players printed on an attractive white canvas, these retro Converse Japan Allstar Hi ‘Basketplayers’ are a great blast from the past that will remind even the most colorful basketball shoe wearer of the clean cut origins of this game.
Trend Themes
1. Retro Cartoon Sneakers - Opportunity for brands to tap into the nostalgia trend and create sneakers with vibrant images of old-fashioned characters.
2. Legacy-inspired Footwear - Potential for shoe companies to pay tribute to iconic designs from the past, like Converse's Chuck Taylor, and attract consumers looking for a nostalgic touch.
3. Monopolizing Simplified Basketball Attire - Chance for companies to innovate and create stripped-down basketball shoes similar to Chuck Taylor's design, aiming to become the go-to brand in this market segment.
Industry Implications
1. Footwear - The footwear industry can explore opportunities to revive retro designs and tap into the nostalgia trend, attracting consumers looking for unique and nostalgic sneakers.
2. Sports Apparel - Sports apparel companies can incorporate minimalist and retro-inspired designs into their product offerings, echoing the popular aesthetic of Chuck Taylor shoes.
3. Printing and Design - Printing and design companies can collaborate with shoe brands to create customized sneakers with vibrant, retro-inspired prints, offering unique alternatives to customers.
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