Converse Korea unveiled a new sneaker silhouette along with the brand’s latest ambassador Aespa’s Karina.
Wearing Converse’s Chuck 70 De Luxe Wedges, the K-pop star appeared in a variety of images and videos for Converse’s Create Next campaign, unveiled on Jan. 3. The Chuck 70 De Luxe Wedges currently retail for $130 via Converse’s website and come in “Black/Black/Egret” and “Egret/Black/White” colorways and will be available on Jan. 18.
The silhouette pays homage to Converse’s classic canvas Chuck 70 sneaker silhouette with the addition of black canvas uppers fitted with the instantly recognizable Chuck Taylor ankle patch, accompanied by rubber outsoles and white lace-up closures. The boot is also equipped with lofty wedge heels and OrthoLite cushioning that helps provide the wearer with optimal comfort.
On Monday, Converse Korea shared an alternative image of Karina to Instagram of the songstress wearing the brand’s Luxe Squared sneaker, another new silhouette. Said style includes unique squared toes accompanied by white canvas uppers, platform rubber soles and coordinating white lace-up closures. The silhouette is already available in the U.S. in an array of colorways and styles.
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This isn’t the first time Karina has partnered with a footwear brand. The songstress and her fellow girl group members Winter, Ningning and Giselle teamed up with Crocs to release their very own Stomp Clogs in shades of purple and light blue trimmed with coordinating faux fur trim. The $100 platform foam clog featured signature perforated uppers, rounded toes and thick ridged soles. The clog was accompanied by a variety of Aespa-themed Jibbitz.
Aespa as a group is currently a brand ambassador for Givenchy. Winter is a brand ambassador for Polo Ralph Lauren. The K-pop girl group debuted on Nov. 17, 2020, with their digital single “Black Mamba” and have since gained worldwide recognition for their work in the music industry.
