Explosion Of Converse Classics Join Forces With Iconic Keith Haring’s Pop Art Design

Studying Art and Design at the age of 16, there was always one artist that stood out for me amongst the rest. Gathering influence by his work in books and magazines to billboard/murals in New York subway stations. American artist Keith Haring was an inspirational creator who produced impeccable animated masterpieces. Haring is still known as one of the most creative and influential artists of his generation.

Today, we pay homage to Haring’s creative signature designs, located with another trendy iconic brand - the renowned Converse sneaker. At one time or another, we can agree, we have all worn or own a pair in our lifetime. With that in mind, an exciting collaboration has finally blossomed between the two icons - Converse x Keith Haring collection. As both iconic styles join forces and take it to the streets, they offer a new, elevated fresh take with various Converse sneakers such as the Chuck 70, Chuck Taylor All Star, All Star, Pro Leather Low, and the new Run Star Hike feature.

Other than the UK Spring season being a complete washout. This new iconic collaboration is a collection that is one to watch. Looking at Haring’s signature symbols and figure illustrations, they have always come across as daring and striking in front of his audience. However, this time around, his work has been brought again to the public to celebrate the unity behind creativity.

From a young age, Haring loved nothing but drawing. He adapted his inspiration from his father, a cartoonist. From here, Haring was hooked and began to expand his skillset, following animation such as Walt Disney cartoons.

In the past, his iconic white chalk drawings have been used in multiple industries such as art, graphics, and advertising as a form of influence and to amplify political and societal change. Since he exploded onto the scene with the New York graffiti art culture of the 1980s, he was also a social activist that pushed the boundaries to great lengths.

He sparked a multitude of attention in his work through political events like the struggle against apartheid and the troubled AIDS epidemic of the early 1980s by offering his support and awareness.

He was known as a proud gay artist, an advocate for offering his support for the LGBTQ community and the oppression they faced. He made it his mission to explore his beliefs surrounding the affliction of that time and encourage people to use their voices, artistry, and creativity to change their mindsets.

Taking it back to the streets again with this incredible new footwear and apparel collection, you will witness embellished graphics of Haring’s pop art. Animation figures black and white on the canvas upper of the notable classic sneakers Chuck 70 with hints of red on the footwear tongue paired with Haring's prints on t-shirts. To complete the look, you have the well-crafted details from the Chuck 70 sneaker like the cotton laces with the Converse vintage license plate to compliment the footwear nicely.

When creating his Art, Haring wanted to portray his message that art is available to anyone and they should have the pleasure of experiencing it. This collaboration with Converse is a fresh new approach to Converse footwear and apparel, bringing art and fashion together in perfect unity. The collection has court the attention to the social platforms as well as honouring the renowned artist and his acknowledged talents.

Each customer can customise and make their mark on their Converse sneaker with Haring’s pop art signature style to choose from. Using the customisation tool portal online, you can modify laces, pinstripes, heel-stay, ankle patch, lining and at the same time celebrating both icons creativity in style.

Check out more styles of the Converse x Keith Haring Collection available here.

Words by Charlene Foreman