Converse’s New Textured Take on Its Iconic Shoe Brings Artisanal Craft to a Streetwear Staple

The latest version of the Chuck 70 sees premium materials married to the sneaker’s timeless silhouette.

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By Hayley Helms

Published January 23, 2026

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Updated January 23, 2026

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Remixes can have one of two results: they either fall flat, or they make you fall in love with the original all over again.

Whether it’s a song, a movie or, in this case, a pair of timeless shoes, sometimes a reinterpretation can reignite the appeal of a pioneering model.

Brown woven leather Converse Chuck Taylor All Star high-top sneaker with white rubber sole and black stripe. — The new Chuck 70 Woven Leather gives high-end vibes, without the high-end price tag.

Converse’s new edition of the classic Chuck 70 doesn’t just rewrite the script on a beloved style. Thanks to its unique design, it almost feels like an entirely new shoe.

Stepped-up design

The Chuck 70 Woven Leather builds upon the legacy of the iconic Chuck 70, delivering a luxury-leaning, artisanal aesthetic without the corresponding price tag.

Pair of brown woven leather Converse All Star high-top sneakers with white rubber soles and black trim. — The swap from traditional canvas to premium leather totally transforms Converse’s most well-known shoe.

Woven leather is nothing new — in fact, it has a rich history, especially in footwear. The most well-known example of leather weaving is also the most iconic; Italian fashion house Bottega Veneta invented its own signature leather weaving technique, known as Intrecciato.

Italian for “interwoven”, the process isn’t just for looks — it’s structural. While Bottega’s hand-woven boots can retail for $2,200 and upwards, Converse’s woven hightop clocks in at just $105.

Pair of brown high-top Converse All Star sneakers with textured leather and white rubber soles. — Tonal laces and off-white components help pull the style together, down to the last detail.

The new Chuck 70 Woven Leather utilizes premium leather across two classic colorways — warm tan and black.

While it’s safe to say Converse’s new take on the woven look isn’t hand-crafted, it does evoke a sense of dimension and craftsmanship that suggests a far greater price point than its actual MSRP.

Black woven high-top Converse Chuck Taylor All Star sneaker with white rubber sole and toe cap. — The black version of the new woven leather sneaker is more subtle than stand-out, in a good way.

Alongside the new woven upper, the Chuck 70 Woven Leather includes an off-white midsole and toe cap, tonal laces, signature leather Chuck Taylor ankle patch and classic All Star license plate.

The shoe also features Ortholite cushioning for comfortable all-day wear.

Availability and pricing

The Chuck 70 Woven Leather is available now on Converse’s official website, retailing for $105.

Pair of brown woven high-top sneakers with white rubber soles and laces.

Converse Chuck 70 Woven Leather

$105 at Converse

About the Author: Hayley Helms is an associate editor at Gear Patrol specializing in outdoor gear. Once upon a time, she wrote for Men’s Journal, Gearjunkie and Shape. Whether it’s testing a new rain shell or putting a pair of hiking boots through its paces, she leaves no stone unturned (however, she always Leaves No Trace).

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