Converse x Collina Strada Guide: 2026 Release Dates & Chuck 70 Drops

The landscape of collaborations and drops is enriched by a chapter destined to redefine the boundaries of  streetwear  contemporary. Converse has officially unveiled the second highly anticipated chapter of its collaboration with Collina Strada, the avant-garde brand known for its eco-conscious and maximalist approach, led by Hillary Taymour. This new capsule collection  Converse x Collina Strada  not only reinterpret classic archive pieces but also accelerate experimentation by introducing a completely new silhouette. The new model, designed to reinvent Converse’s iconic DNA, blends a refined Victorian charm with modern and asymmetrical design elements. This highly anticipated collaboration made its official runway debut during New York Fashion Week last September, solidifying the connection between historic courtwear and conceptual high fashion.

The announcement of this second chapter shifts the collaboration’s focus towards an even bolder artistic direction. While previous projects concentrated on customizing existing models, the introduction of a completely new silhouette demonstrates the desire to  Converse  giving free rein to Collina Strada's radical expressive filter. The asymmetrical elements break the traditional symmetry of sneakers, while the Victorian-era references introduce a conceptual and old-fashioned romanticism, creating a unique visual short circuit when paired with the rubber and technical details of the Boston brand.

Alongside the new and revolutionary asymmetric shoe that debuted in New York, the collection continues to explore the infinite potential of the Chuck 70, designed for the female universe in four variants with strongly contrasting volumes. The ultimate structural expression of the capsule is represented by the imposing Chuck 70 XXHi x Collina Strada black, a monumental boot characterized by a striking extra-high shaft that rises up to the knee. This version is completed by a functional zipper running along the entire back of the shoe, alongside the traditional front lacing system to combine maximum practicality with a strongly disruptive aesthetic impact. On the opposite side, the clean low lines are celebrated by the sophisticated Chuck 70 OX x Collina Strada black, which reinterprets the concept of the low-top through high-fashion details.

The aesthetic identity of the four models is divided into two distinct visual themes. The dark versions, which include the mentioned XXHi and the low-top OX, embrace an essential, mysterious, and nocturnal elegance, wrapped in a refined ton sur ton jacquard fabric upper. This particular material construction drastically departs from the classic Converse cotton canvas, giving the shoe an artistic and three-dimensional finish. In contrast, the more colorful and pop variants play with a bucolic imagery, showcasing a checkered pattern inspired by picnic blankets. This theme is expressed through the lively Chuck 70 OX x Collina Strada 'Mellow Yellow' and the romantic Chuck 70 Hi x Collina Strada 'Mellow Rose Fir Green'', both characterized by a chromatically complex and deliberately chaotic look, inviting the wearer to play with fashion by following only their own personal style rules.

Injecting a young, fresh, and deeply rebellious energy into the original structure of the shoes is the presence of a tongue extra long and deconstructed. This element was designed to be folded forward and softly draped over the neck of the foot, proudly showcasing the co-branding with the Collina Strada logo. The almost obsessive attention to decorative details continues along the entire upper, which transforms into a precious canvas enriched with a true constellation of customized elements. The metal eyelets of the laces abandon the classic circular shape to become small shining stars, while the structure is adorned with removable jewel charms that perfectly capture the most contemporary trends of maximalist fashion.

While waiting to see how the new Victorian-inspired asymmetrical silhouette will dominate the street style scene, the collection confirms its ability to remember its historical roots. Underfoot, the four capsule models remain firmly anchored to the sturdy vulcanized rubber sole with the unmistakable reinforced toe in contrast. This structural choice creates a perfect balance between the authentic heritage of the Boston brand and the radical style statement promoted by the label led by Hillary Taymour. Explore the new frontier of women's streetwear on Urbanstaroma and let yourself be captivated by a collaboration capable of transforming legendary sneakers into a manifesto of pure expressive freedom.

The official release date for this highly anticipated drop is set for June 16, 2026. The four official models of the drop - from the Collina Strada Converse Chuck 70 OX Mellow Yellow to the lace boot variant Chuck 70 XXHi x Collina Strada up to the Chuck 70 OX variant in floral jacquard with charms - available on Urbanstaroma and in stores. Choose your favorite and give a creative boost to your sneaker rotation.