Custom Chuck Taylors Go ‘brat’ Mode in Charli XCX’s Converse Collab

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Summary

  • Charli XCX teams up with Converse for a customizable Chuck Taylor, letting fans design their own pairs inspired by her brat era
  • Details include distressed trompe-l’œil textures, heel charms, outsole graphics, and signature green insoles, blending punk energy with pop polish
  • Available exclusively on the official Converse site from August 5 to August 7, the limited drop lasts just three days and retails for $100 USD

Charli XCX continues the spirit of “Brat” Summer by collaborating with Converse on a new project, where she empowers her supporters, whom she refers to as “Charli’s Angels,” to have full creative control over a customized high-top Chuck Taylor All Star shoe. Named Custom Chuck Taylor All Star Charli XCX By You, this collaboration is part of Converse’s personalization platform called “By You.” During a limited three-day period, fans are given the opportunity to design their own pair, capturing the essence of the Brat era with its unique blend of chaos and charm.

This release focuses more on customization rather than a fixed design. Users have the option to pick from five carefully selected base colors – “Black,” “White,” “Brown Rice,” “Winter Sky,” and “Bridal Rose.” However, as with most Charli products, it’s the intricate details that truly shine. Each pair features trompe-l’œil distressing, which includes printed tears, faded discoloration, and worn-out laces that appear to have seen several tours. The overall aesthetic is vintage, emotionally resonant, and undeniably rebellious.

The customization extends beyond the surface with heel license plates and exchangeable patches, acknowledging popular themes and phrases such as “XCX,” “365,” “Angel,” and “Party Girl.” For those who are in the know, outsole graphic options provide a choice between ‘brat’ or Party Girl prints – secret details that reward the observant. A pair of lock-and-key heel charms engraved with “Brat” is a nod to her hit song “Unlock It” from Pop 2. Lastly, lime-green insoles complete the look, serving as a final touch of Charli’s signature color palette – a subtle but unmistakable tribute.

The outcome is a sneaker that embodies the intricate and carefully crafted essence of Charli – rebellious in spirit, yet stylishly pop in shape. It truly represents the embodiment of her personality – chaotic yet purposeful, rough around the edges but tender, exposed yet masterfully in command.

For a limited time of only three days, fans have an exceptional opportunity to contribute to the Brat universe by collaborating with a specific pair. This unique item will be made available exclusively through the official Converse website on August 5, starting at 10 a.m., priced at $100 USD. Check out her campaign visuals for a sneak peek below.

 

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2025-07-23 10:56