EDGLRD x Converse Chuck 70 Releases July 9
Filmmaker and creative director Harmony Korine's multidisciplinary studio EDGLRD is making its debut with Converse through two distinct takes on the Chuck 70 silhouette. Dropping July 9 via Nike SNKRS, the collaboration pairs the classic canvas sneaker with surrealistic animal imagery rooted in the studio's technology-inflected visual language.
By Marcus Chen
Artistic Vision Meets Canvas Staple
EDGLRD, the creative collective founded by Harmony Korine, has positioned itself at the intersection of experimental art and mainstream culture since its founding. Known for genre-bending work across film, visual art, and design, the studio now extends that sensibility into footwear through its inaugural partnership with Converse—a brand with its own storied archive of cultural crossovers and artist collaborations.
The Chuck 70, Converse's elevated retrograde model, serves as the foundational silhouette for both pieces. Its canvas construction and clean proportions have long made it a preferred canvas for creative interventions, from fine artists to streetwear designers. EDGLRD leverages that tradition, treating each shoe as a vehicle for surreal iconography that signals the studio's aesthetic without compromising the Chuck's essential architecture.
Design Details
The collaboration arrives in two colorway configurations. The Chuck 70 High appears in black canvas, priced at $100, and features a humanoid bunny rabbit rendered in EDGLRD's signature surrealistic style. The Chuck 70 Ox, finished in white, retails for $105 and carries what the studio describes as a three-headed wolf motif. Both interpretations maintain the Chuck 70's original rubber toe cap, sidewall, and ankle patch construction—there are no material departures or silhouette modifications. The graphics function as applied artwork rather than structural reimagining, preserving the shoe's fundamental appeal while introducing visual conceptual weight.
The Chuck 70 Legacy
Converse's Chuck 70 emerged as a modernized iteration of the original Chuck Taylor All Star, refining the fit and materials while honoring the sneaker's design DNA. Unlike its canvas-forward predecessor, the Chuck 70 introduced upgraded constructions and proportional adjustments that appealed to both archival sneaker enthusiasts and new audiences. It has become a standard platform for limited collaborations, appearing regularly in designer partnerships and special projects. This EDGLRD venture positions the studio within that lineage of creative practitioners engaging the model as a cultural artifact.
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Release Information
Both pairs launch simultaneously on July 9, 2026, exclusively through Nike SNKRS. The black Chuck 70 High carries SKU A20013C at a $100 retail, while the white Chuck 70 Ox is listed under SKU A20011C at $105. Availability will be limited to the SNKRS app, with a standard release type—no surprise drops or staggered windows announced.
FAQs
When does the EDGLRD x Converse Chuck 70 release? The collaboration drops on July 9, 2026, exclusively via Nike SNKRS.
How much does the EDGLRD x Converse Chuck 70 cost? The black Chuck 70 High retails for $100, while the white Chuck 70 Ox is priced at $105.
Where can I buy the EDGLRD x Converse Chuck 70? Both pairs will be available exclusively through the Nike SNKRS app on July 9. No other retailers have been announced for this release.
Release Info
Availability: Nike SNKRS (July 9, 2026)
Retail Price:
- EDGLRD x Converse Chuck 70 High (Black) – $100
- EDGLRD x Converse Chuck 70 Ox (White) – $105
SKUs:
- Chuck 70 High: A20013C
- Chuck 70 Ox: A20011C
