CONVERSE BASKETBALL: THEN AND NOW

It's a Poorman ballgame (P 2,950 - 3,190)

Sicks and Triumph in Converse Sicks (P 5,430) and Converse Triumphant (P 3,990).

Converse has come a long way from starting its company in 1908. Now, after more than a century in the business, Converse has created countless shoes worn by countless big name basketball greats and Converse is in no way stopping itself from developing shoes to play and feel the court with!

From its first inception, Converse basketball technology has developed itself to be at par with the rest of its competitors and its latest performance release is sure to be a hit on court! Built with Converse renowned FEEL technology, the Converse SICKS Mid is the latest to come out of the Converse basketball lab. A profusion of mesh and leather makes its upper stylish and fashionable and its inner workings transform this shoe to a killer on the court!

A basketball release will not be complete without paying homage to the iconic shoes of yesteryears and Converse understands this with a great basketball shoe line-up for 2011. A release endorsed by Dr. J, Larry Bird and Magic Johnson in the 70s, the Star Tech appeal is more pronounced than ever. Featuring uni-saddle construction, the Star Tech is true to its predecessors in its make, but updated with new colorways that are just dying to hit the street – cool classic green, snazzy navy and gold, and the unassuming white and navy.

Not to be forgotten, the Poorman Pro Team joins this year’s heritage release. Flexible and durable, the shoes had stood the test of time on and off the court. Still featuring the same look and function you loved before with an all new colorway and materials, the Poorman Pro Team is out to do it again.

From sports to fashion, the Converse Triumphant makes the distinction almost impossible with its sleek black leather look. Sporting the same construction that won the hearts of basketball players of yesteryears, this pair is out to wow the youths of today, whether it’s for a pick-up game or as a fashion statement.

Converse got game and it’s bringing its own brand of basketball back into play with this year’s releases. Check out other cool Converse styles at www.converse.com.ph and don’t to look up Converse Philippines and like our page on Facebook for your daily dose of Converse!

IMATION FOR GREEN FIERCE

Imation, a world leader in providing digital storage products, geared up for the final stage of Green Fierce (Wham Up The Glam In Green)—a fashion design competition that makes use of recycled Imation products to create a Lady Gaga-inspired fashion statement. The Grand Finals, featured a fashion show that will showcase the original designs of the finalists, held on May 28, 2011, 3:00 pm, at the Glorietta 5 Activity Center, Makati City.

To join the contest, participants had to buy featured Imation items such as the Wired Optical Mouse, 8X External DVD Writer, 4GB and 8GB Pocket Flash Drives and Recordable CDs and DVDs. The fashion show finale caps the competitive three-part process that aspiring amateur fashion designers had to go through.

Semi-finalists were judged based on creativity, aesthetic appeal, relevance to the theme and utilization of scrap Imation materials. The final five,  chosen on the day of the fashion show, will compete for the top three prizes and awards. The winning fashion designer took home P50,000 worth of Imation products, a copy of Lady Gaga’s “Born This Way” album, a sash and a trophy. The winning design will also be displayed in select Astro Vision outlets. Audience members who come in their best Lady Gaga-inspired outfits can also get the chance to take home special prizes from Imation. Fashion model and television star Solenn Heusaff will be present as special guest.

Aside from its array of topnotch digital storage devices, Imation is also a global leader in developing and marketing audio and video accessories as well as other consumer electronics. Imation is the same global powerhouse behind Memorex, TDK Life on Record and XtremeMac. Its business partners include notable industry names such as IBM, Sun Storage Tek and HP. Founded in 1996, Imation is a spin-off of another multi-national conglomerate, 3M. The US-based company has been involved in the development of many technological developments in data storage which led to revolutionary and innovative products such as USB flash drives and Blu-Ray, high definition recordable optical media. Today, Imation is present in more than 100 countries worldwide.

Green Fierce is the company’s unique way of addressing the international call for businesses to be more eco-friendly, inspired by the powerful influence of global music sensation and fashion icon, Lady Gaga. This green and glamorous fashion event is presented by Imation in cooperation with MCA Music, Astro Plus, Astro Vision and The Drive 99.5 RT.

CONVERSE : SCHOOL SAVVY

Schools are no longer as simple as before. Unfortunately, there are not many bags that can handle both – style and function that is, until Converse releases its back-to-school bag collection!

Inspired by function, fueled by passion for fashion, this Back-to-School season, Converse stands out with a selection that’s all about clean lines, edgy appeal and multi-functionality all in one stylish package.

The Converse utility bag gives a new spin to the word utility. Slightly bigger than your palm, this bag can carry your basic essentials, from your iPod gadgets, cellphones, keys and wallets, down to your make-up essentials. Its multi-pocket design allows for organization, while its long adjustable strap makes carrying it around a breeze! Cute and stylish, the Converse shoulder bags are pretty functional – big enough for your notes and everyday carry-ons, but adequately small for easy traveling. A big front pocket allows for easy access to your change, your IDs, car keys and even your mp3 player without having to open up the main compartment.

Since its inception, the messenger bag had nearly everyone hooked! Be it black, navy or gray, the potentials are endless for a Converse messenger bag – from just carrying your stuff to being a substitute pillows during those long breaks.

And a bag collection will not be complete without backpacks! Built-in document divider makes it easy to organize your files, and its roomy interior allows you to pack not only your notebooks, but also a couple of your books. Multiple pockets make reaching for your pens and coins easy and its streamlined design makes it stylish without being too loud. Amp up your choice with another equally stylish bag that adds a pocket or two for your mp3 player and even side mesh pockets for your water bottle and umbrella. Laptops are a must these days, and Converse definitely have that need covered with a backpack that have a laptop-divider and padded straps aside from a handy kit pouch. More than that, it also comes with the option to customize with the varied designs of Converse utility bags. Catch the back-to-school fever only at Converse! Like us on Facebook for daily dose of Converse goodness and don’t forget to log on to www.converse.com.ph for other Converse products.

Red Nimbus

 Red Nimbus is a clothing boutique that will sell fashionable clothing for females and males ranging from babies to young professionals.Dedicated to providing customers with a full line of the tokidoki brand, extremely cute Harajuku Lovers t-shirts, and a variety of kidrobot vinyl collectibles. Now Open in Robinsons Galleria, Ortigas on the 3rd Floor in the Jump Street wing.

Some facts that I think I should mention tokidoki is in small caps not typed as Toki Doki-

tokidoki ("sometimes" in Japanese) is the Japanese-inspired lifestyle brand created in 2005 by Italian artist Simone Legno and his business partners Pooneh Mohajer and Ivan Arnold.ntokidoki produces apparel, footwear, accessories and other products using art, iconic characters and the tokidoki logo designed by Simone Legno, including purses, t-shirts, vinyl figures, jewelry, and small toys.Tokidoki has collaborated with several industries such as Levi’s, Skull Candy, New Era, Mikasa, Fujitsu, Be@rbrick, RIDE Snowboards, ASICS Onitsuka Tiger, Hello Kitty, Smashbox, and LeSports ac.Tokidoki is based in the United States.

Another misconception that needs to be corrected is that Harajuku Lovers is not from Japan. It is singer Gwen Stefani's brand of apparel, fashion accessories, and stationery launched in 2005. The concept for Harajuku Lovers revolves around the Shibuya, Tokyo area of Harajuku and the four "Harajuku Girls," Gwen Stefani's Japanese back-up dancers and entourage (Love, Angel, Music, and Baby).

Harajuku Lovers instead tends to focus specifically on 'Kawaiiness' made famous by the streets of Harajuku in Japan. Kawaii depictions of Stefani and her dancers are common features of the products as is the kanji 原宿 (Harajuku) logo.Clothing for the line is produced and licensed by JerryLeigh with stationery line produced and licenced by Nakajima USA. There is also a fragrance line with five different scents: Love, Lil Angel, Music, Baby, and G.

Here are some of their clothes,toys and bags on display.

Here are some of their toys on display:

They even had a promotion that you can save up to 30% off Tokidoki & Kidrobot merchandise. They raffled of 31 bags filled with awesome goodies. Plus, guest artists Jomike Tejdio and WeeWillDoodle  exhibited their talent with live art.Some of the raffle prizes were Capt.America fitted, Kidrobot hoodie, matching Kidrobot fitted and laptop bag,

It was an awesome event!!!! had so much fun!!!

CONVERSE : HERO INSPIRATION

The world may not be populated with superheroes like the ones written about in comic books and adapted into film and TV series, but their inspiration remains the same despite their larger than life characterization, and DC Comics is behind many of these superheroes. In collaboration with Converse, DC Comics is once again set to inspire a legion of kids both young and old who’re in need of hero inspiration.

Homage to the indisputable man of steel, the red blue blur suits up on the canvas of your own pair of Converse X DC Superman collection. A vibrant choice in red, a taste for the classics in parchment, or a timeless embroidered logo of Superman – it’s a collection that comic geeks will definitely envy.

For the fans of the cape crusader of Gotham City, Converse offers more than Batman himself; Converse also introduced the popular villain Joker in several prints, some as a solo act, and others in a tandem that had stood for ages.

As DC Comics expanded its superhero line-up, so does their storylines converged – thus the league of superheroes was born, or more commonly known as the Justice League. Converse offers one style that features some of the most popular characters to come out of the DC universe for fans to enjoy.

DC Comics may be around almost as Converse has been, and it’s not only the adults who fancied them in their youth who can enjoy a pair from the Converse X DC Comics collection, kids are also in a treat as a number of these styles are also available for the kids.

Superheroes may not be among us, but Converse X DC Comics can inspire the hero within us to come out and do our share to save the world. Check out more cool styles at www.converse.com.ph and don’t forget to visit Converse Philippines on facebook for your daily dose of Converse goodness.