WACKO MARIA and Converse Debut the One Star Suede "Japan Exclusive/Black"
WACKO MARIAhas teamed up withConverseto debut theOne StarSuede 'Japan Exclusive/Black.'
The upcoming model takes inspiration from Converse's iconic 1974 silhouette. Crafted with Black suede uppers, the shoe also features exposed stitching in white, orange, yellow and green from the panel to the heel.
Co-branded detailing lands on the panel Converse star and embroidered WACKO MARIA emblem by the ankle. More logos are also found on the insoles and the traditional Converse rubber heel plate. The sneaker rests on a black-streaked white midsole, while white laces tie them together for a neat finish.
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