JORDAN X CONVERSE - 30TH ANNIVERSARY PRO LEATHER - AUCTIONS OFFICIALLY LAUNCHED

words // Luis Sanchez

Celebrating Michael Jordan's memorable game-winning shot back in the 1982 NCAA National Championship, the Jordan Brand is auctioning off a limited edtion Jordan x Converse commemorative pack.

Limited to just 30, the commemorative packs include a size 13 pair of the UNC Converse Pro Leather and a size 40 North Carolina Tar Heel Jordan jersey both adorned with MJ's iconic signature. Proceeds from the auction will benefit the James R. Jordan Foundation, which helps to strengthen families, motivate youth and ensure high quality educational opportunities and improve global healthcare.

23 packs are currently up for auction via eBay, with the auctions set to be open for bidding until Friday, April 6th. Hit the link below for your shot at a piece of MJ history.

Converse Jack Purcell Mid Boat Leather

The Converse Jack Purcell Mid Boat is a great version of the iconic sneaker. Fusing the design elements of the original with a boat shoe results in a solid and timeless new silhouettes. For Fall 2011 the mid top sneaker comes in a strong tan and dark grey colorway.

Converse CT Premium Hi

The Converse Chuck Taylor CT Premium features a Teak leather build and lighter Brown trim on the heel, tongue and ankle logo. The leather laces are a good look and a White outsole serves as the proverbial icing on the cake. This sneaker is available now at select retailers.

Converse CT Premium
Teak / White
$110

Converse Chuck Taylor All Star - Bat Man

This new Converse Chuck Taylor All Star featuring a B&W take on the newest of the three original TV series logoss on the heel offers a bit of perspective on the character through time, thanks to its simplistic design on an even longer tenured silhouette. Click through to see more angles and pick up a pair today from RMK.

Converse Chuck Taylor Leather Hi – Black / Cranberry

The shoe is obviously crafted of leather however the Black / Cranberry finish is what really sets them apart. They have a worn in feel that isn’t like the manufactured vintage effect but more like a comfortable leather jacket. The sneaker also features a leather foxing strip around the White vulcanized rubber sole of the shoe. These are available now at select retailers.

Converse Chuck Taylor Leather Hi
Black/Cranberry
$70

UNDFTD + Converse Ballistic Pack Release Info

Whats a day with out talking about UNDFTD? We have seen previews of the UNDFTD + Converse Ballistic Pack thanks to the UNDFTD + Converse One Star Academy and the UNDFTD + Converse Chuck Taylor. Well it looks like the time has finally come for the unveiling of the full release and it comes with a few extras as well. The ballistic nylon drop also comes with a Navy Blue ALICE back pack that is crafted to match either shoe. This trio is set to be available at UNDFTD on July 15th 2011 in limited numbers.

UNDFTD x Converse Ballistic Pack
Converse One Star Academy, Converse Chuck Taylor, ALICE Back Pack
Navy Blue
July 15th

Aaron “Angry Woebot” Martin for Converse (RED) Chuck Taylor Hi

Today we can give you a first detailed look at the next Converse (RED) collaboration with artist Aaron “Angry Woebot” Martin. Known for his panda artwork, he has placed the animal on the upper of the sneaker, on the inside of the tongue and has put further graphics on the-insole. The Angry Woebot for Converse (RED) sneaker officially releases tomorrow October 23rd. Kicks Hawaii has produced a matching t-shirt with the artist for the release, coming in both black and white.

Converse Jack Purcell Zipper High

Converse continues the Jack Purcell 75th Anniversary celebration with a special Zipper high top sneaker. Part of Converse’s high-level First String program, this special Jack Purcell features high quality construction with slub canvas, a hairy suede overlay and smooth pig skin leather linings. You can zip up, lace up, or both. Limited to only 500 pairs in the US, the sneaker will release in October, only at Converse First String Accounts.

Converse x Peanuts 60th Anniversary Chuck Taylor Hi

We have previously reported about the 60th anniversary collaborations for Peanuts. After Original Fake, Lacoste and others, we take a closer look at the sneaker in collaboration with Converse. Together they worked on the Chuck Taylor Hi. The high top sneaker comes with an all-over comic print and is now available from colette.

CONS Pappalardo – Cranberry

CONS offers an exclusive look at the latest Pappalardo colorway. For April, Anthony’s pro shoe comes in a beautiful cranberry suede with bronze eyelets. The classic Chuck Taylor outsole completes the package in an off-white “parchment”. Available April 1st, 2010 at CONS retailers.

Converse x Kurt Cobain Spring 2010

For Spring 2010 the pack consists of two Chuck Taylor Hi’s and two Chuck Taylor Lo’s. They worked with canvas and plaid uppers, applying graphics on the upper and tongue tag.