The sneaker boom seems to have slowed down. However, this does not mean that the demand for sneakers has disappeared. In the midst of all this, there is some good news. Converse has released a new standard for adult sneakers, or rather, a model that can already be called a masterpiece. The name is “All Star LGCY. It is a model that pays homage to the archives that have supported the popularity of the All Star today.
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The “LGCY” in the model name is an abbreviation of “LEGACY. LGCY” is an abbreviation of “legacy,” meaning “heritage,” “tradition,” or “lore. The new model that has appeared on the market this time deserves to be named as such. The All Star LGCY, which was released on February 28, 2025, follows the details of the All Star sold in the 1970s. The All-Stars of the same era are still considered masterpieces by fans and have been loved for many years, but why do All-Stars of the same era fascinate people so much? The following section will explain, along with the history of the All-Stars themselves.
What was the All Star in the 1970s?The origin and history of the All Star, Converse's world-class masterpiece
The All Star, the flagship model of Converse, is a living legend in the sneaker world and has been considered a worldwide classic since its birth in 1917. The model was invented as a basketball shoe by Dr. James Naismith, who taught at the YMCA (Christian Youth Association), but it was Charles H. Taylor, aka Chuck Taylor, who established the foundation for the All-Stars that continue to this day.
He was a star player in the NBA and loved the model. As an advisor, he is known to have contributed to the improvement of the All-Star from the perspective of a professional who actually wears it. In honor of his achievements, his name was written on the heel label and ankle patch, and his name still remains on the ankle patch today. Such All-Stars have undergone minor changes over their more than 100-year history. Each era of the All Star has its own appeal, but the All Stars of the 60s and 70s are particularly highly regarded.
That era was the golden age of sneaker history: the 1966 Vans Authentic, the 1971 Adidas Stan Smith, the 1972 Nike Cortez, and the 1973 Puma Clyde, all of which are still classics today.
The All Star LGCY from Converse was planned with respect for such an era. From here, we will introduce the three charms of the All Star LGCY.
All Star LGCY Attraction 1Not a single detail is left out! Reproduction of 1970s All Star design
The All Star LGCY beautifully reproduces the details that symbolize the All Star of the 1970s. The contents of this gallery are shown below. Not only in these details, but also in the overall silhouette, the reproduction is really high. Compared to the current model, the midsole is thicker and more massive, while the toe cap is compact and the silhouette from the top to the toe is sharp. This balance gives the classic impression of “this is the All Star.
All Star LGCY Appeal 3From traditional standard colors to aggressive new patterns. From the traditional standard colors to aggressive new patterns.
When talking about the All Star of the 1970s, one thing that cannot be overlooked is the color variations. The All Star, which had been available only in black and white, expanded its color variations in 1971. In 1971, the color variations were expanded to a total of eight colors. The All Star LGCY high cut and low cut come in four colors: black, cloud white, pine green, and hot pink.
Price: high cut 13,200 yen, low cut 12,650 yen
In addition to the high and low cut of the All Star LGCY LP with leopard print, the Suede All Star LGCY, available only in low cut, is also available in cobalt blue and safari beige.
Finally, we would like to mention that all models have a glossy finish on the toe cap tape for a vintage 1970s look.
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