
Converse
Converse CL98 Suede
Suede
- Release date
- 1 January 2026
- Retail price
- £80
- Material
- Suede
- SKU
- A17742C
The CL98 Suede re‑imagines the high‑top profile that anchored Converse’s basketball lineage in the early 1990s, positioning the model squarely within the brand’s archival narrative while granting it a tactile upgrade. Crafted entirely from supple, full‑grain suede, the muted palette imparts a refined, understated elegance that distinguishes it from the more utilitarian canvas versions. The shoe retains the classic low‑profile rubber outsole, reinforced stitching and a subtly perforated toe cap, yet the suede upper introduces a soft‑touch premium feel to the historic silhouette. This marriage of heritage design and material sophistication makes the CL98 Suede a prized acquisition for collectors and enthusiasts who value both nostalgic roots and contemporary craftsmanship.