As an artist, Shaniqwa Jarvis’s goal is simple: be as real as possible. She finds truth and intimate details in everything she shoots and tells personal stories through her work. She’s been documenting her life through photos since childhood.

The Chuck Taylor CX brought a 100-year-old icon into the future. Through the collaboration, the classic takes another bold step forward. Her unique lens adds authenticity and personal storytelling to the innovative CX stretch canvas. Shaniqwa’s stunning imagery is also featured on the back of the midweight pullover cotton hoodie. The floral graphic is an ode to her father’s vibrant sense of style.

This collection isn’t just stunning to look at. It’s a female artist’s voice breaking through. As a woman of color in a male-dominated industry, Shaniqwa has spent her career challenging the status quo. She has made it her mission to share underrepresented stories and perspectives.

The Converse X Shaniqwa Jarvis Chuck Taylor CX and hoodie will launch exclusively at Shelflife and online at www.converse.co.za from Thursday, 13 August 2020.

Pricing:

• Chuck Taylor CX: R1599.95
• Hoodie: R999.95

About ConverseConverse Inc., based in Boston, Massachusetts, is a wholly owned subsidiary of NIKE, Inc. Established in 1908, the Converse brand has built a reputation as “America’s Original Sports Company”TM and has been associated with a rich heritage of legendary shoes such as the Chuck Taylor® All Star® shoe, the Jack Purcell® shoe and the One Star® shoe. Today, Converse offers a diverse portfolio including lifestyle men's, women's and children’s footwear, apparel and accessories and is sold globally by retailers in over 160 countries. For more information, please visit media.converse.com and follow @converse.za

Media Contact:Styling ConceptsChiara Osmanpressoffice@stylingconcepts.co.za