The Converse Jack Purcell dates back to 1932 when it was made by Good Year as a badminton sneaker. The retains its appeal today with its minimalist look. The sneaker has just released in two colorways both constructed in waxed leather with one in burgundy and the other in black. You can now find them in Tokyo at mita.
The Converse Japan September 2009 sneaker collection has just become available and one of its highlights is the Jack Purcell.
The Converse Jack Purcell has come a long way since its origins as a badminton sneaker in the 1930's. Today the sneaker is a definite style icon and has inspired several classy styles in recent memory.
The latest version of the sneaker to release comes in a waxed leather upper. Waxed Leather version is now available in both black and burgundy.
Velcro strapped sneakers were once reserved for the elderly and kids who had yet to learn to tie a shoe. The strap can now be seen on numerous styles and brands. We recently posted the Converse Jack Purcell Low "Velcro" by Ian Ginoza.
Today we have a look at the Converse Jack Purcell Mid with four velcro straps in a black patent leather construction. You can now find them at Ubiq.
The iconic rocker Kurt Cobain is being honored with a collection of Converse sneakers. The collection includes pairs of Converse One Star, Jack Purcell and Chuck Taylor All-Stars. The kicks have distressed look and some of the most interesting sneakers in the pack feature the sketches and lyrics (Come As You Are) Cobain wrote in this sketchbook. The kicks will be available at select shops in May for prices ranging from $50 - $65.
Via HB
