Converse CONS Mid Arrives in Kentucky Denim
Converse is preparing a Kentucky Denim iteration of its CONS Mid silhouette, tapping into the enduring appeal of denim-based footwear. The release is slated for March, marking another addition to the brand's sustained focus on its skateboarding platform.
The CONS Mid has remained a steady fixture within Converse's basketball and skate-influenced lineup, balancing heritage aesthetics with functional design. This Kentucky Denim version extends that tradition by applying a workwear-influenced textile treatment to the canvas-and-rubber archetype.
Denim constructions have cycled through sneaker culture in waves—from luxury interpretations to street-level staples—and Converse's deployment here speaks to the material's persistent relevance in contemporary sneaker design. The decision to ground the mid-top silhouette in a wash-treated denim upper suggests a grounded, casual sensibility that doesn't overreach for cultural novelty.
Design Details
The CONS Mid's proportions—chunky toe cap, reinforced ankle collar, and rubber sidewall—create a silhouette that reads equally at home in skate parks or streetwear rotations. Denim uppers typically pair well with the model's utilitarian proportions, and this iteration appears to follow that established formula without unnecessary embellishment.
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Release Info
Product: Converse CONS Mid "Kentucky Denim"
Release Date: March 2024
Retail Price: TBD
Availability: Select Converse retailers and CONS-focused stockists
