CASE 02_ARATA KOBAYASHI ×
JACK PURCELL SUEDE SLIP-ON RH
I want adult men to wear them.
. Please tell us about your history with "Converse" so far.
I bought my first pair when I was in elementary school. I have worn dozens of pairs, but especially when I was an assistant, I wore them every day. At the rate of one pair a year. I remember when "Lost Hills" was selling made in USA All-Stars for 7 or 8,000 yen . At first, I wore pink high-cut and yellow-green low-cut All-Stars, and in my third year, my master bought me a pair of black All-Stars, a collaboration model between N. Hollywood and Converse Addict, and I remember that my master, my sister, and I wore the same sneakers together. I remember wearing the same sneakers with my master, sister, and apprentice.
What is your favorite Converse model in particular?
. I have a special attachment to the "Jack Purcell," which I wore in high school under the influence of Hiroshi Fujiwara and Jun Murakami.
What is your image of Jack Purcell?
. I had the image that "Jack Purcell" was worn by people with a high level of sensitivity. Everyone else was wearing All-Stars, but I was wearing Jack Purcell. (Laughs.) I wore them with vintage jeans because they were different and cool.
. This time around, the new model is not only a slip-on version, but also features some improved details.
The insoles are amazing! I remember when it used to be popular to buy a pair of "All-Stars" that were a bit large and wear them with an insole (laughs). Also, the material is great; now that I'm in my 40s, I sometimes find it difficult to wear sneakers that are too straight-forward for my style. But suede sneakers with a mature look are very fresh. They are short and elegant, and I would like mature men to wear them.
Beautiful with dress shirts
. style, and haziness with the feet.
Converse shoes are easy to match with a clean style, so I think they would go easily with a set-up, for example. It is possible to wear casual shoes all over, but I think it might be a bit too much of a match. I usually wear jeans or military pants, so I'd like to add a dress shirt from "Chalbe" to give it a slightly more elegant look.
Sharply reborn,
Jack Purcell for adults.
JACK PURCELL SUEDE SLIP-ON RH ¥11,000+TAX
The "Jack Purcell" is arranged in a slip-on style that is easy to put on and take off. The upper is made of navy suede and features the original "REACT HD" cup insole with a multiple structure that improves lightweight, stability, resilience, and breathability.
DETAILS
By eliminating the toe cap, the symbol of Jack Purcell, a sophisticated impression is created.
The smiley face is therefore set lower and less assertive than usual.
The deep navy color and fine-grained suede material add a touch of class to the overall look.
Elastics are placed on both sides of the footwear, making it easy to put on and take off.
. It also features Converse's original high-performance REACT HD cup insole, which is lightweight and highly resilient.
They assist in comfortable walking, to the extent that even Mr. Arata Kobayashi, who actually wore them, was surprised.
The pattern below the words "Jack Purcell" is commonly known as "Bluebeard.
This detail, which is a must for enthusiasts of yesteryear, has also been followed closely.
PROFILE
Born in Kanagawa Prefecture in 1978 . He has been styling for magazines, actors, and advertisements, and has gained the support of many people, both men and women. In recent years, he has been active in the field of still-life photography.
