Converse has been at the forefront of the rebellious style and creative expression movement. Evolving with the times, this brand is always pushing the boundaries of footwear design, creating some of the most popular shoe collections of all time! It doesn’t matter if you want to rock a classic black pair or something more vibrant; there’s something for everyone here at JD Sports Singapore.

The History of Converse

Converse was first founded in 1908 by Marquis Mills Converse. The brand started to create tennis shoes and winterized rubber-soled footwear. However, in 1917 , they created the All-Star basketball shoe, which quickly became a success.

The brand partnered with Chuck Taylor (the basketball player) which helped revolutionise the company design. He increased their sales massively with basketball players, but the most notable impact was when he helped design a model that the USA used in the 1963 Olympics for basketball. Thanks to his contributions to the company, Converse added Chuck Talyor's name to the All-Star logo .

The Chuck Taylor All Stars started to surge in popularity between the ’80s and ’90s, with the shoes being a trendy choice for casual footwear, not just basketball. Celebrities and artists started repping these shoes, increasing their popularity, and by 2000 , Converse had sold more than 600 million pairs.

Explore Converse Shoes

At JD Sports , we have a wide selection of Converse products. On these, you’ll find the iconic Converse branding on the side of the trainer. Converse uses high-quality materials which you can see on their footwear. The upper is made from canvas, which is stitched together. You’ll find rubber on the midsole and toe of the shoe, which makes this shoe durable and ensures longevity.