Converse Design Cases
19 cases across 2 studios
Designers behind the work
Designers and creative leads credited on Converse projects in press coverage.
News & interviews
- “Make sure you’re entirely clear on what you are walking into”
It's Nice That · Nov 3, 2025
This installment of the 'Creative Career Conundrums' column, written by Shanice Mears of The Elephant Room, explores whether it’s acceptable to take a lower-paying job for better work-life balance and mental health. Mears advises readers to weigh pros and cons, negotiate terms, and ensure clarity about new roles before accepting offers. The piece is part of the ongoing If You Could Jobs advice series hosted by It’s Nice That.
- Converse, David Carson, WØRKS Unite for Heritage-Modernity Blend
Creative Boom · Jun 10, 2025
Converse’s Spring 2025 campaign, led by creative studio WØRKS and featuring design legend David Carson, reinterprets the brand’s heritage through a tactile, collage-driven visual identity. The collaboration merges analogue craft with modern storytelling to connect Converse’s century-old legacy with contemporary audiences across global markets. The result is a layered, human-centered campaign that celebrates imperfection and authenticity.
- Ionut Radulescu Merges Identity and Art in Powerful Visuals
Creative Boom · May 19, 2025
Creative Boom profiles Brooklyn-based Romanian designer and illustrator Ionut Radulescu, exploring his emotionally driven collage and typographic work that bridges personal expression and commercial storytelling. The article traces his journey from Romania to New York, his collaborations with global brands, and his philosophy of embracing imperfection and authenticity. It also highlights his teaching, award recognition, and evolving interest in animation and AI tools.
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It's Nice That · Nov 11, 2024
This edition of If You Could’s Creative Career Conundrums features advice from Shanice Mears, co-founder of The Elephant Room, addressing how a corporate copywriter can build an agency-ready portfolio. Mears encourages proactive side projects, mentorship, and participation in creative programmes to expand skills and networks. The article aims to motivate creatives navigating career transitions within the industry.
- Zines attract brands but challenge traditional publishing
It's Nice That · Nov 4, 2024
Written by Polyester founder Ione Gamble for It’s Nice That’s POV column, the article critiques how brands have co-opted the aesthetics and cultural cache of zines to create glossy branded magazines. Gamble argues that this trend undermines independent publishing while acknowledging that branded publications provide employment for creatives. The piece calls for renewed support and funding for independent zines to preserve their cultural impact.
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The Brand Identity · Feb 17, 2020 · Interview
The Brand Identity interviews Ken Hegemann, Creative Director at Berlin-based agency No Service 24/7, about his career path, design philosophy, and the studio’s digital-first approach. Hegemann discusses his background in typography, his leadership style, and the agency’s work for major clients like Nike, Spotify, and CLOSED. The conversation highlights the studio’s conceptual and collaborative process, as well as its research arm No Influence 24/7.