HAVEN and Converse Rework the Chuck 70 in Textured Cashmere Suede
SummaryHAVEN and Converse have officially unveiled a collaborative Chuck 70 inspired by tactile craftsmanshipThe silhouette features smooth cashmere suede contrasting hairy suede a leather toe cap and a lateral side zipperThe sneaker releases on November 12 via HAVEN before arriving at Converse channels on November 17Canadian menswear retailer HAVEN has officially collaborated with Converse to introduce the collaborative Converse Chuck 70, combining functional utilitarian upgrades with a dedicated focus on artisanal craft. Framed through the organic woodworking practice of visual artist and carpenter Graham Landin, the collaborative footwear project updates the classic court silhouette through subtle technical intervention and tactile materiality.Preserving the recognizable proportions of the heritage model, the Chuck 70 features a tonal interplay that contrasts smooth cashmere suede against textured hairy suede panels for noticeable surface depth. Elevated craftsmanship is highlighted throughout the exterior, which incorporates refined leather piping, a practical heel pull, and a leather toe cap that replaces the standard rubber toe bumper.To introduce functional ease while maintaining an understated aesthetic, the design integrates a discreet lateral side zipper running along the medial quarter. Much like Landin’s studio practice—which utilizes chainsaws and traditional hand tools to sculpt weathered wood into refined forms—the shoe's understated character emerges through the quiet dialogue between honest raw materials, purposeful utility, and classic design.The HAVEN / Converse Chuck 70 is scheduled to release on November 12 at HAVEN online, in-stores, and the HAVEN pop-up at the BEAKER Seongsu flagship, followed by a release on Converse channels and select retail partners on November 17.Click here to view full gallery at Hypebeast
Summary
HAVEN and Converse have officially unveiled a collaborative Chuck 70 inspired by tactile craftsmanshipThe silhouette features smooth cashmere suede contrasting hairy suede a leather toe cap and a lateral side zipperThe sneaker releases on November 12 via HAVEN before arriving at Converse channels on November 17
Canadian menswear retailer HAVEN has officially collaborated with Converse to introduce the collaborative Converse Chuck 70, combining functional utilitarian upgrades with a dedicated focus on artisanal craft. Framed through the organic woodworking practice of visual artist and carpenter Graham Landin, the collaborative footwear project updates the classic court silhouette through subtle technical intervention and tactile materiality.
Preserving the recognizable proportions of the heritage model, the Chuck 70 features a tonal interplay that contrasts smooth cashmere suede against textured hairy suede panels for noticeable surface depth. Elevated craftsmanship is highlighted throughout the exterior, which incorporates refined leather piping, a practical heel pull, and a leather toe cap that replaces the standard rubber toe bumper.
To introduce functional ease while maintaining an understated aesthetic, the design integrates a discreet lateral side zipper running along the medial quarter. Much like Landin’s studio practice—which utilizes chainsaws and traditional hand tools to sculpt weathered wood into refined forms—the shoe's understated character emerges through the quiet dialogue between honest raw materials, purposeful utility, and classic design.
The HAVEN / Converse Chuck 70 is scheduled to release on November 12 at HAVEN online, in-stores, and the HAVEN pop-up at the BEAKER Seongsu flagship, followed by a release on Converse channels and select retail partners on November 17.
