Converse Chuck Taylor All Star 70 OX - Black / Egret The 1970's Chuck Taylor All Star collection features slight differences that, at first, may only be recognizable to collectors and astute fans. Upon inspection however they feature a higher rubber foxing along the sole, added cushioning and a slightly more substantial toe box. In addition they included classic details such as enhanced stitching on the sidewall, a vintage license plate on the heel and a vintage suede upper. The Chuck Taylor All Star OX is the most iconic sneaker in the world, recognized for its unmistakable silhouette, star-centered ankle patch and cultural authenticity. And like the best paradigms, it only gets better with time. For generations, these classic colors and quality vulcanized rubber sole have defined an icon. At age 47, Marquis Mills Converse, who was previously a respected manager at a footwear manufacturing firm, opened the Converse Rubber Shoe Company in Malden, Massachusetts in February 1908. The company was a rubber shoe manufacturer, providing winterized rubber soled footwear for men, women, and children.