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On Wednesday, (Sept. 11), fashion designer Isabel Marant released her first footwear collaboration with Converse, featuring stylish Chuck 70 Wedges. The collaboration celebrates Marant’s significant impact on fashion, especially her groundbreaking work with the sneaker wedge trend in the early 2010s.
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The limited-edition Isabel Marant x Converse collection is available in black or white and features fresh designs and styles, from high-top to low-top options.
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“The notion of ‘effortless luxury’ is quite authentic to me, my designs, and the meaning behind them. The word ‘luxury’ is used in too many ways, and you can get bored of it — it’s much more difficult to achieve something simple and effortless, of which you never get bored,” Marant said in a statement.
Since a young age Marant was inspired by Charles “Chuck” Taylor, the basketball player and famed shoe salesman behind Chuck Taylors. “When I was a kid, about eight or nine, I used to cut pieces of cork and put them in my sneakers — those shoes were actually a pair of Chuck Taylors” Marant shared with the Converse team.
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Converse x Isabel Marant Chuck 70 Wedge High-top Sneakers
If you are looking to expand your shoe collection, consider adding these premium Chuck 70 wedge sneakers. These shoes feature frayed edges, pops of color throughout its design, and offer an elevated look to any outfit. It’s available in women’s shoes sizes from 5 to 11.
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Converse x Isabel Marant Chuck 70 Wedge Sneakers
You can also get them in a low-top version. These sneakers feature a frayed cotton look with a multi-colored print shoe laces, similar to the one above. It’s available in men sizes, 3 to 13 and women sizes, 5 to 15. Hurry, this one is selling fast!
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Converse x Isabel Marant Chuck 70 Wedge Sneakers
Add this high-top alternative to your collection to add some variation to your look. This one is also available for both men and women.
If you are looking to achieve a relaxed and chic look, this is a great way to go. The brand describes it as a “laid back” yet “elevated aesthetic.”
The bottom of the shoe illustrates a one of a kind tie dye print that matches the laces of the shoe, making it a unique piece to add to your shoe collection.
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Vans and a Brooklyn art collective have reached a settlement to end a long-running trademark lawsuit over Tyga‘s “Wavy Baby” sneakers – a parody of the company’s classic Old Skool.
Vans claimed the shoe, released in 2022 by a group called MSCHF, was “blatant” infringement. The creators argued it was legal parody protected by the First Amendment since it was designed to criticize “sneakerhead” consumerist culture. But federal courts repeatedly ruled for Vans.
On Tuesday, attorneys for both sides told a federal judge they had agreed to resolve the lawsuit. MSCHF agreed that the “Wavy Baby” had infringed Vans’ trademarks and agreed to never sell it again. Other terms of the “confidential settlement agreement,” including a potential monetary payment, were not disclosed in court filings. Neither side immediately returned request for comment.
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Tyga announced the Wavy Baby in April 2022, sparking plenty of buzz but also immediate comparisons to Vans. Footwear News said the shoe “appears to be loosely based on the classic Vans Old Skool” that had been altered with a “wave-like aesthetic.” The site HighSnobiety went with a bolder headline: “MSCHF & Tyga’s Insane Skate Shoes Look Like Liquified Vans.”
Three days before the shoes were set to drop, Vans filed a lawsuit – claiming MSCHF’s sneakers violated its trademark rights and demanding an immediate restraining order. The lawsuit targeted only MSCHF itself and did not name Tyga (real name: Micheal Stevenson) as a defendant.
Legal trouble was nothing new for MSCHF: the group had previously partnered with Lil Nas X to release a “Satan Shoe” that looked like a pair of Nikes – and had been promptly hit with a similar infringement lawsuit from that sneaker giant. They quickly reached a settlement that saw MSCHF issue voluntary recall on the shoes and offer a buy-back program.
In the case over Tyga’s sneaker, Vans argued that consumers would think Wavy Baby was an authorized product artist endorsement deal rather than a parody by a separate company. The company cited previous partnerships with A$AP Rocky, Metallica and Foo Fighters.
“Given Vans’ history of collaborations with musical artists, on information and belief, the collaboration between MSCHF and Michael Stevenson is intended to deceive consumers into believing they are purchasing a product made by, sponsored by, approved by, or otherwise associated with Vans,” the company’s lawyers wrote at the time.
Unlike the Nike case, MSCHF fought back against the case filed by Vans. It admitted that the Wavy Baby was based on the Old Skool, but said it had a legal right under the First Amendment to use the shoe as “the cultural and physical anchor when creating its art.” The company said it wanted to critique “consumerism inherent in sneakerhead culture” and “the phenomenon of sneaker companies collaborating with anyone to garner clout and shoe sales.”
But a federal judge quickly rejected those arguments and issued a restraining order banning MSCHF from selling any more Wavy Babys. In issuing his ruling, Judge William F. Kuntz said that he – and, more importantly, consumers – didn’t quite get the joke.
“Whatever the actual artistic merits of the Wavy Baby shoes, the shoes do not meet the requirements for a successful parody,” the judge wrote in his April 2022 decision. “While the manifesto accompanying the shoes may contain protected parodic expression, the Wavy Baby shoes and packaging in and of themselves fail to convey the satirical message.”
A federal appeals court later upheld that ruling.
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If you are in search of slip-on footwear that combines comfort and style seamlessly, you might want to get your hands on the Hoka Ora Recovery Slides. Whether you are recovering from an intense workout, lounging at home, or healing from an injury, these slides provide ultimate comfort wherever you go.
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These unisex slides come in twenty-one different colors from mist green to vibrant orange. With its plush cushioning and supportive design, these slides offer supreme comfort after a long day of work. According to Footlocker, the slides are lightweight and feature four airflow channels to enhance ventilation, ensuring breathability and ease.
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You can find these unique slides on Amazon, Footlocker, and Zappos.
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Hoka Ora Recovery Slide 3 (Unisex)
For those recovering from an intense workout, these sandals provide support and comfort to soothe tired feet and aid in recovery. One Zappos customer stated, “I use these slides around the house and after my workouts.”
A Foot Locker customer added, “I had never heard of recovery sandals. I have suffered from chronic neck and back pain for decades…the day these arrived, I put them on. I wasn’t really paying attention, but all of a sudden my leg didn’t hurt. I cannot say enough great things about these recovery slides!”
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Step into style with Nike’s latest drops in sneakers, from innovative shoes to fresh apparel, you’ll indulge in ultimate comfort and style. With fresh kicks and apparel, you’ll find everything you need in one place.
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Whether you are hitting the streets or the gym, these kicks and tanks are sure to turn heads and take your style to the next level.
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Scroll down and shop your favorite pair of sneakers and pair them with stylish tanks, available in every color, ensuring you never run out of options.
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Nike Dunk Low Retro Premium
If you’re looking to get a head start on Father’s Day gifts, consider getting your dad these fresh Nike Low Retro Premium shoes. With its vintage style and low-cut collar, he’ll be able to pair it up with whichever outfit he likes.
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Nike White and Metallic Platinum
For those looking for a sleek and fresh design, consider these Nike White and Metallic Platinum shoes. According to Nike, it’s designed with four compressive columns that lift the heel. With its distinctive support, it also offers a “stable structure” and “bona fide bounce.” Hurry, go get it in your size, before it runs out.
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Nike Dunk Low Shimmer and Amber Brown
For those looking for a laid back look, consider these Nike Dunk Low Shimmer and Amber Brown. This is a great way to add a pop of color into your outfit while also feeling comfortable.
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Ivory Snake
This “Ivory Snake” is a stylish iteration of the classic Air Force 1. This pair stands out with its clean white leather contrasted by faux snakeskin hits. You’ll be sure to elevate your casual style in seconds with this one.
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NikeCourt Slam Tennis Tank Top
If you are looking for a comfortable tank top to workout in, consider this NikeCourt Slam Tank. With its one of a kind lightweight, breathable, sweat-wicking fabric, you’ll be able to knock out your workouts in style.
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Nike Sportswear Chill Knit
For those looking for a crop top alternative, consider this Nike Sportswear Chill Knit Tank. You can get it in different colors from teal blue to light green. Whether you are running errands or hitting the gym, this versatile stretchy top is perfect for everyday wear.
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Nike Naomi Osaka Cropped Tank Top
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A federal appeals court has sided with Vans and ruled that Tyga‘s “Wavy Baby” sneakers – a parody of the company’s classic Old Skool – likely violate the shoe company’s trademarks.
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Released last year by a New York art collective called MSCHF, the sneakers were a clear riff on the Vans shoe – a warped, surreal version of the Old Skool. Vans filed a lawsuit calling it “blatant trademark infringement, but the creators claimed that it was legal parody protected by the First Amendment, designed to criticize “sneakerhead” consumerist culture.
In a ruling Tuesday, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit didn’t buy that argument, upholding an earlier ruling that banned MSCHF from selling any more pairs of Wavy Baby. The court said that “no special First Amendment protections apply” and that the sneaker likely violates Vans’ trademark rights.
“If a parodic use of protected marks and trade dress leaves confusion as to the source of a product, the parody has not ‘succeeded’ for purposes of the [federal trademark law], and the infringement is unlawful,” the court wrote.
Tyga announced the Wavy Baby in April 2022, sparking plenty of buzz but also immediate comparisons to Vans. Footwear News said the shoe “appears to be loosely based on the classic Vans Old Skool” that had been altered with a “wave-like aesthetic.” The site HighSnobiety went with a bolder headline: “MSCHF & Tyga’s Insane Skate Shoes Look Like Liquified Vans.”
Three days before the shoes were set to drop on April 18, Vans filed a lawsuit – claiming MSCHF’s sneakers violated its trademark rights and demanding an immediate restraining order. (The lawsuit did not name Tyga, whose real name is Micheal Stevenson, as a defendant.) Legal trouble was nothing new for MSCHF: the group had previously partnered with Lil Nas X to release a “Satan Shoe” that looked like a pair of Nikes – and had been promptly hit with a similar infringement lawsuit from that sneaker giant.
In the case over Tyga’s sneaker, Vans that consumers would think Wavy Baby was an authorized product artist endorsement deal rather than a parody by a separate company. The company cited previous partnerships with A$AP Rocky, Metallica and Foo Fighters.
“Given Vans’ history of collaborations with musical artists, on information and belief, the collaboration between MSCHF and Michael Stevenson is intended to deceive consumers into believing they arepurchasing a product made by, sponsored by, approved by, or otherwise associated with Vans,” the company’s lawyers wrote at the time.
MSCHF fired back with the First Amendment. It admitted that the Wavy Baby was based on the Old Skool, but said it had a legal right to use the shoe as “the cultural and physical anchor when creating its art.” The company said it wanted to critique “consumerism inherent in sneakerhead culture” and “the phenomenon of sneaker companies collaborating with anyone to garner clout and shoe sales.”
Weeks later, a federal judge rejected those arguments and issued a restraining order banning MSCHF from selling any more Wavy Babys. In issuing his ruling, Judge William F. Kuntz said that he – and, more importantly, consumers – didn’t quite get the joke.
“Whatever the actual artistic merits of the Wavy Baby shoes, the shoes do not meet the requirements for a successful parody,” the judge wrote at the time. “While the manifesto accompanying the shoes may contain protected parodic expression, the Wavy Baby shoes and packaging in and of themselves fail to convey the satirical message.”
On Tuesday, the Second Circuit upheld Judge Kuntz’s ruling and injunction. Among other reasons, the court cited a recent Supreme Court ruling in which the justices ruled that Jack Daniels could sue over dog toys that parodied its whiskey bottles – a decision that lowered First Amendment protections for such parodies.
Attorneys for both sides did not immediately return requests for comment.