About Converse

Converse Inc., headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, is a wholly owned subsidiary of NIKE, Inc. It was born in 1908 as a rubber shoe company specialized in galoshes. Shortly thereafter, the same rubber was used in the tennis shoes’ mamufacturing. It was in 1920 the brand produced the first basketball shoes made of canvas, baptized "All Star", for buried balls in the courts. Today, Converse is sold globally in more than 160 countries, and has conquered a rich legacy of legendary footwear such as the Chuck Taylor All Star, Jack Purcell, Cons and Chuck Taylor All Star II lines which have been present at several moments in history, making music, urban art and skateboarding around the streets of the world, besides being considered fashion icons and companions of the workdays. Each line developed by Converse has its identity, style and customization making it a brand that does not create limits for its fans.

For over a hundred years, Converse has empowered the daring spirit of youth by celebrating freedom of expression through individuals and their movement(s). Starting with the iconic Chuck Taylor All Stars and One Star sneakers, we have journeyed alongside the evolution of sport, street and creative culture. Our shoes are world-famous for their colours, comfort, and designs. They have been worn since time immemorial by famous athletes and other celebrities and add an attitude to any outfit. As a global brand, Converse is committed to spotlighting and addressing today’s issues, such as sustainability. With our global reach, Converse aims to provoke thought and inspire change through campaigns and movements to continue its journey with the generations of tomorrow.