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John Elliott Uses The Converse Skidgrip To Explore The Concept Of Growth And Decay

John Elliott Uses The Converse Skidgrip To Explore The Concept Of Growth And Decay

It’s been almost two years since we last talked about John Elliott. After a string of LeBron Icon colorways, the designer made a quiet departure, collaborating on very little since. But thanks to Converse, the eponymous label will make an eventful return courtesy of the Skidgrip silhouette.

Though rooted in tennis and basketball, the Skidgrip found new life amongst California skaters. It’s here where Elliott was first introduced to the shoe, making this forthcoming capsule all the more personal. “I discovered the Skidgrip like any kid in California through skating early in my childhood. It’s a silhouette that’s iconic to our surf and skate culture. As a skate shoe, it was instantly recognizable for the authenticity it held. The Skidgrip is an important shoe in culture for skate and in representing California,” the designer commented.

Upon its reintroduction this past year, the Skidgrip largely flew under the radar. Here, however, it gracefully takes the spotlight, dressed in themes of growth and decay. One iteration, which leans closer towards the latter, mirrors patina with a bronzed all-over print. In contrast, its alternate emulates life, adding a “Lichen” green across its canvas.

Nickel-cast eyelets, co-branded sockliners, and much more round out the construction, readying the range for its August 19th debut at Converse.com, JohnElliott.com, and select retailers.

John Elliot Converse Skidgrip Release Date 1

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Mens John Elliott x Converse Skid Grip

SKU: 172577C
RETAIL PRICE: $130
RELEASE DATE: Aug 19, 2021

US 08/19/2021 Thursday

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John Elliot Converse Skidgrip Release Date 2

WHERE TO BUY

Mens John Elliott x Converse Skid Grip

SKU: 172578C
RETAIL PRICE: $130
RELEASE DATE: Aug 19, 2021

US 08/19/2021 Thursday

Powered By: Kicksfiner Logo
Retailer Release type Status
Converse US Standard Check Site
John Elliott Standard Check Site
Show All Releases
kickscrew logo
After Market
See More Sizes
  • M 4.5 / W 6
  • M 5 / W 6.5
  • M 5.5 / W 7
  • M 6 / W 7.5
  • M 6.5 / W 8
  • M 7 / W 8.5
  • M 7.5 / W 9
  • M 8 / W 9.5
  • M 8.5 / W 10
  • M 9 / W 10.5
  • M 9.5 / W 11
  • M 10 / W 11.5
  • M 10.5 / W 12
  • M 11 / W 12.5
  • M 11.5 / W 13
  • M 12 / W 13.5
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