Converse (/ˈkɒnvərs/) is an American lifestyle brand that markets, distributes, and licenses footwear, apparel, and accessories.

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The rubber sidewalls of the Chuck 70s also run higher than those of the original Chucks, giving them a look of having slightly thicker outsoles. Converse has said that the Chuck 70s are based on “the original 1970s design,” so they give off a more retro vibe.

The Chuck 70 has thicker canvas, higher rubber foxing, better cushioning, improved arch support, and greater durability. The All Star is cheaper, available in more colors, lighter, and better for lifting weights.

Converse shoes have not been made in the USA since the company went bankrupt in 2001. Now Converse is owned by Nike and the brand's shoes have been made in different factories in China, India, Vietnam and Indonesia.

While Converse made its name in the basketball sphere, the brand is also recognized as a wardrobe staple in skater closets, too. In the '90s, the sneaker gained popularity in the skate and punk scenes, and the label saw it as an opportunity to cater to another demographic.

It's probable that the reason Converse are popular is because of their retro deign-they are such an icon for pretty much every social group. They're also very versatile, and so many different styles are available that one (at least) exists to suit the tastes of every person out there.

Nike acquired Converse in 2003 for an estimated $305 million and continues to market Chuck Taylor All Stars. Converse's manufacturing operations for Chuck Taylor All Stars, as well as the company's other shoes, was moved from the United States to other countries such as China, India, Vietnam and Indonesia.

But as the classic sneaker evolved, Converse eventually took a look back and in 2013, released the Chuck 70, a revival of its Chuck Taylor sneaker from the late 1960s and 1970s.

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The Converse All Star Chuck '70 is our re-crafted sneaker that uses modern details to celebrate the original Chuck Taylor All Star from the 1970's. It features a slightly higher rubber foxing, a cushioned footbed that provides long-lasting comfort and a more substantial rubber toe cap.

Since Converse started producing Chucks a century ago, it has made them from a canvas upper and a rubber sole that are heated in an oven at nearly 340 degrees Fahrenheit to bond the materials together, a process known as vulcanizing.

Nike acquired Converse in 2003 for an estimated $305 million and continues to market Chuck Taylor All Stars. Converse's manufacturing operations for Chuck Taylor All Stars, as well as the company's other shoes, was moved from the United States to other countries such as China, India, Vietnam and Indonesia.

Converse is one of the premier footwear brands in the world. Their logo is internationally recognized as a symbol of the highest quality, durability, and comfort.

1960. Converse All Stars enter mainstream fashion, being worn by some of the biggest celebrities of the time including James Dean and Elvis Presely.

Converse started making an early basketball shoe in 1917 and redesigned it in 1922, when Chuck Taylor asked the company to create a better shoe with more support and flexibility. After Converse added Taylor's signature to the ankle patch they became known as Chuck Taylor All Stars.