Tyler, the designer returned to Converse for another Golf Wang sneaker. This time around, the artist has reworked the Chuck 70 Low for the first time, adding a touch of luxury to the classic shoes with snakeskin leather, translucent details and pink and blue colors.
The sneaker fits well into Tyler’s ever-evolving style, marking a departure from the rapper’s streetwear era and a welcome introduction to his plush looks. Sure, the Chuck 70 Low might work with Tyler’s old Supreme cuts, but its low profile, leather makeup and pastel hues are details better suited to his recent Gucci obsession. Luckily, the shoes shouldn’t cost as much as the luxury line – they’ll just look the part.
SSSweet Sneakers — Officially named the Golf Wang Chuck 70 Python sneaker, the shoe trades many of its signature features for Tyler’s own vision. Its traditional canvas upper has been replaced with a leather version, embossed with a snakeskin pattern for an entirely new look and feel. A translucent sole does away with the classic white fox of the sneaker, creating the illusion of a thicker shoe.
No branding appears on the exterior of the Chuck 70 Low, speaking to the “if you know, you know” energy that accompanies many Tyler designs. A co-branded sockliner is the sneaker’s only signature, which is set to arrive in soft pink and blue color schemes for a simple yet fun style.
Soon in stores — Tyler started working with Converse in 2018 and has since released flowery One Stars, an original design called Gianno and a pair of Chuck 70 high tops, albeit on and off. And while his designs aren’t usually targeted by hypebeasts or stockists — much like Yeezys or Drake’s Nike collaborations — Tyler’s new album, Call me if you get lostand the following tour could certainly fuel more demand for low kicks.
Pink and blue versions of the Converse x Golf Wang Chuck 70 Python sneaker will be available globally on March 4 at 10 a.m. ET, with pairs selling out at both stores. Converse and Golf Wang websites. Pricing for the shoes has yet to be announced, but judging by Tyler’s past releases, the kicks should cost around $100. You just have to hope to be quick enough to catch a pair before they disappear.
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