Actress Issa Rae has partnered up with Converse to release a collection of customizable shoes.
Rae will be working closely with graphic artist NickyChulo.
The two have brainstormed on modifying the Chuck 70 with affirmations.
On the Converse website, the Insecure creator and star discussed the inspiration behind the designs and why she decided to release an original item that shoppers can add their own style to.
Each shoe has a palm tree on the back of the heel, which represents the state of California.
Buyers will have a choice between five upper canvas colors, two graphic options, four tongue graphics, two midsole prints, and the ability to add eyelets, laces, and an ankle patch.
“It was important to me to have L.A. represented, to create a shoe that felt as good to the soul/mind/spirit as it looked to wear,” she said. “And to have space for the wearer to fill in their own part of the story, their own way.”
NickyChulo also shared more on how the unique project came to be.
“It felt natural. To have an opportunity to collaborate with Issa is a dream come true, not because of who she is, but what she stands for.”
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Rae shared an Instagram post where she revealed the collection’s launch and said, “Excited to share my collaboration with @Converse for Issa Rae By You! The limited-edition collection is centered around my daily affirmations and manifestations.”
“Much love to the genius visionary, @nonibizz& to the incredible designer, @NickyChulo, for bringing the concept to life so beautifully.”
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“Each shoe can be customized with the words and phrases that empower and motivate me. Check it out now on converse.com!” she added.
