Converse is extending its range of collaborations with its iconic archive. The brand has joined forces with Chinatown Market to bring a truly unique interpretation for its latest collection. The Converse x Chinatown Market brings NBA Championship Jackets for Sneakers.
NBA championship leather jackets have always been unapologetically loud and bold, with their over-sized graphics and maxed-out colours. The jackets were designed by Jeff Hamilton for the ‘98 Bulls and ‘02 Lakers championships. Matching the real-life swagger, the legendary dynasties are celebrated through the release.
There are four silhouettes from the Converse x Chinatown Market range. This includes:
- “Lakers Championship Jacket” Chuck 70 Hi
- “Lakers Championship Jacket” Pro Leather Hi
- “Chicago Bulls Championship Jacket” Chuck 70 Hi
- “Chicago Bulls Championship Jacket” Pro Leather Hi
Converse x Chinatown Market “Lakers Championship Jacket” Chuck 70 Hi
Crafted from standout leather, the limited edition Chuck Hi is the canvas for the “Lakers Championship Jacket” silhouette. It’s based on the year that the Lakers clinched its third NBA title in a row. The leather jacket puts an emphatic exclamation point on that legacy with its bold colours against the LA skyline. In addition to this, the sneaker features custom stitched woven patches and a transparent Chuck Taylor ankle patch.
Converse x Chinatown Market “Lakers Championship Jacket” Pro Leather Hi
Second on the list is the “Lakers Championship Jacket” Pro Leather Hi. For the soulful Pro Leather, Chinatown Market brings that in-your-face championship-style back to the streets. It, too, features the screen-printed skyline graphic and embroidery details. Rounding off the design is the iconic Star Chevron and gold leaf Pro Leather mark.
Converse x Chinatown Market “Chicago Bulls Championship Jacket” Chuck 70 Hi
Another of the legendary NBA teams is that of the 90s Chicago Bulls championship winning squad. The jacket designed by Jeff Hamilton is featured in the year they won their sixth title. As such, the “Chicago Bulls Championship Jacket” Chuck 70 Hi is based on the ’98 winning jacket. As with the Lakers drops, it features unapologetically loud graphics and maxed out colour against the Chicago skyline.
Converse x Chinatown Market “Chicago Bulls Championship Jacket” Pro Leather Hi
Rounding off the collection is the ’98 design is the Chinatown Market “Chicago Bulls Championship Jacket” Pro Leather Hi. The High Top leather sneaker features elements from the limited-edition design inspired by Chicago Bulls championship leather jacket. It has a screen-printed skyline graphic and embroidery details, along with custom woven patches and a debossed Chinatown Market logo.
Wear your NBA Championship jacket on your feet with the Converse x Chinatown Market collection. The range is available online at Converse.co.za, as well as Shelflife and Lemkus.
