Converse, the lifestyle, fashion and athletic footwear company that started its fashion revolution in 1908 and has sine made its mark on multiple generations. In 1917 the All Star was originally promoted by basketball mastermind Chuck Taylor, but with its timeless silhouette and unmistakable ankle patch, they were organically adopted by rebels, artists, musicians, dreamers, thinkers and originals. Now, the Madison update features fresh uppers elevated with plush padding.