Rick Owens DRKSHDW x Converse DRKSTAR

That split, stacked sole is what grabs attention first layers of off-white built up with a black rubber band running through the middle, giving the shoe more height and structure than a regular Chuck ever had. Up top, it’s still classic high-top territory: twill canvas, cream laces, a tongue tag that trades the usual star for “DRKSTAR” branding instead.

Specs

Fabric: Off-white twill canvas
Sole: Multi-layer stack with black rubber trim
Laces: Cream, flat
Branding: DRKSTAR tag with Converse logo
Height: High-top

Where the Rework Actually Happened

Nothing about the upper has changed much from a standard Chuck same eyelet count, same collar shape. All the reworking happened at the sole, where DRKSHDW built out something closer to a platform than the flat base Converse usually ships with.

Styling

Keep it tonal cream, beige, off-white pieces all sit well with this. One darker layer on top gives it just enough contrast without breaking the palette.

Care

Spot clean the canvas as needed. Wipe each sole layer on its own so grime doesn’t collect where they meet.

Complete the look with a Rick Owens Shirt, layer with a Rick Owens Jacket, or check the matching Rick Owens Shorts and browse more of the DRKSHDW range.