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- Official colorway: Federal Blue/Vintage White
- Season: 1996
- Brand: Converse
- Collection: Converse
- Style code: A16148C
- Upper construction: Denim inspired paneling meets textured leather construction, durable mixed material upper
- Technology: Foam Sockliner
Highlights
- Denim-Inspired Paneling The standout blue denim paneling at the midfoot captures the infamous 1996 Kentucky Wildcats alternate uniforms, delivering that raw, polarizing hoops heritage in wearable form. Textured leather construction adds depth and durability, making these kicks tough enough for daily streetwear battles while nodding to the championship swagger of the Untouchables. It's not subtle - it's a bold statement rooted in 90s basketball culture, perfect for anyone chasing that vintage edge without the full-on team kit commitment.
- Mixed Materials Upper White leather wraps the toe and side panels for clean contrast, while tumbled leather reinforces the mudguard and that oversized side star pops with texture. This remastered 1996 retro basketball build mixes premium denim vibes with street-tough leather, ensuring breathability and flex on the CONS Mid platform. Every detail screams authenticity, from the heritage silhouette to the limited-edition anniversary treatment - built to last through your lifestyle grind.
- Retro Basketball Silhouette Rooted in the CONS Blue Mid platform, this throwback channels 90s court dominance with round polyester laces and a heritage design that feels straight out of Kentucky's title run. The mid-cut style offers ankle support for skate or street, while the iconic Converse star stays massive and unmissable. Commemorating 30 years since the Wildcats' denim era, it's a piece of hoops history reissued for modern wearers who live that bold, unattached energy.
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