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A Pocket Guide to Converse

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Discover the legendary story of Converse, where rubber-soles and a signature chevron-and-star insignia became synonymous with American style and ubiquitous across the world. In this illustrated guide, style writer Jessica Bumpus explores the highs and lows of the iconic high-top sneaker brand from the Chuck Taylor... Read More
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A Pocket Guide to Converse

A guide to the best-known athletic footwear-turned-classic, aimed at all sneaker fans and fashion lovers.

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Discover the legendary story of Converse, where rubber-soles and a signature chevron-and-star insignia became synonymous with American style and ubiquitous across the world.

In this illustrated guide, style writer Jessica Bumpus explores the highs and lows of the iconic high-top sneaker brand from the Chuck Taylor years to its reign as a global street style classic.

Featuring all of the brand's most popular designs, from All-Star to One Star, A Pocket Guide to Converse is a treat for all sneakerheads and style seekers.

Series: Pocket Guides to Fashion

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781529444407

Publisher: Quercus Publishing

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 24 April 2025

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Laurence King Publishing

Illustration: approx. 90 colour illustrations

Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 16.0mm

Width: 146.0mm

Height: 194.0mm

Weight: 396g

Pages: 160

About the Author

Jessica Bumpus is a fashion journalist, author and digital editor. She was previously Fashion Features Editor, at British Vogue and has written for the likes of Marie Claire, Vogue.com, ELLE US, Harper's Bazaar, Sunday Times Style and Glamour. She is author of Vivienne Westood (2023) and The Little Book of Dolce & Gabbana (2024).

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