The Eric Emanuel x Converse Weapon Ox "Denim" reimagines 1986 basketball icon with premium white leather and denim accents translating hardwood heritage into lifestyle silhouette.

Design & Inspiration

Vintage White smooth leather upper creating clean minimalist aesthetic. Light blue denim accents on Star Chevron logo heel overlay and ankle underlays. Faux-aged off-white midsole delivering vintage look. Corduroy tongue liner adding premium texture. Co-branded tongue featuring Converse and Eric Emanuel branding. Light blue outsole matching denim details. Signature Eric Emanuel branding on insoles. Classic low-top Weapon Ox silhouette pulled from Converse basketball archives. Converse Weapon debuted 1986 becoming basketball shoe of late 1980s. Famously worn by Magic Johnson and Larry Bird at height of Lakers-Celtics rivalry. "Choose Your Weapon" campaign showcased team-themed colorways. Also worn by Isaiah Thomas Kevin McHale Bernard King Mark Aguirre. Larry Bird wore Weapon en route 1986 NBA Finals while Magic wore during 1987 and 1988 NBA Finals championships. Weapon reintroduced 2023 with lifestyle focus featuring modern CX Foam cushioning. Weapon Ox low-top version debuted 2024 pushing further into lifestyle sphere.

Comfort & Performance

Premium leather upper providing durability. CX Foam cushioning insole offering enhanced comfort. Re-engineered outsole for lifestyle wear. Classic lace-up closure. Padded collar. Low-top silhouette. True to size fit. Modern lifestyle construction rather than performance basketball design.

Release Information & Pricing

The Eric Emanuel x Converse Weapon Ox "Denim" releases April 3, 2026 via EricEmanuel store followed by wider launch April 7, 2026 via Nike SNKRS and select retailers. Unisex sizing. Retail price $115 USD/110€.