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The Spring 2012 Sea Star LS shoe is a refined version of the original silhouette created over 50 years ago. The mock-toe boat shoe uses close seam construction for added durability making the Sea Star LS shoe skate-able right out of the box. Available in comme des garcons converse mens black/white and sesame/white suede, dress blue/white premium genuine nubuck. Suggested retail price: $50 for suede; $60 for nubuckInspired by the classic Chuck Taylor All Star shoe, the Spring 2012 CT LS shoe remains a popular style among the Converse skateboarding footwear collection.
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Converse Skate Ambassadors Kenny Anderson, Nick Trapasso, and Anthony Pappalardo, inject their skate style into the Converse Spring 2012 skateboarding collection. The CONS Trapasso Pro, CONS Pappalardo Pro, and the KA-ONE each incorporate aspects of Converse classics with the pro s individual needs as a skater.CONS Trapasso ProTeam Converse Skate Ambassador Nick Trapasso s signature shoe, the CONS Trapasso Pro, returns this season taking cues from heritage Converse court styles and drawing inspiration from the classic Pro Leather.