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Converse launches waterproof nubuck high-tops
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Converse Chuck Taylor sneakers have become a wardrobe staple and personal statement for the fashion savvy. (Shutterstock/Evannovostro / Shutterstock.com)
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ans of the classic Converse sneakers can now look out for the latest offering from the Chuck Taylor All Star line, which boasts a waterproof nubuck model that is designed to endure rainy weather.
The new design is created to withstand unpredictable weather conditions, including rain and winter slush, as reported by Men's Health.
The unisex lace-ups are made of a type of naturally water-resistant leather and also features a neoprene inner sleeve, which will help keep feet warm while the Waterproof Counter Climate technology and leather will keep them dry.
The new shoes feature All-Star signature details like the rubber toecap, heel patch and sidewall, with the rubber outsole featuring aggressive tread to suit wet conditions.
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The high-tops look slick enough for pairing with formal office wear for an edgy look, or for keeping it casual with a pair of jeans and T-shirt. The Waterproof Nubuck boots are selling online for US$120 a pair.
Converse Chuck Taylor have maintained their popularity throughout the years, becoming a wardrobe staple for all kinds of styles and fashions, with some women pairing the original low-tops with dresses, while some men can be seen with a pair peeking out from beneath the hems of their suit trousers. (liz/kes)
