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Karina is stepping into some stylish new Converse. The K-pop star is currently touring with fellow aespa members, having kicked off the SYNK : COMPLæXITY world tour on August 7, 2026, in Seoul. But despite Karina’s busy schedule — she also performed at Lollapalooza on Aug. 2 — the band’s lead singer had time to squeeze in a collab with Converse by modeling their Run Star Crush and the Chuck 70 X.
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The Run Star Crush turns the familiar Chuck Taylor All-Stars into something more playful, with exaggerated proportions, a curved platform and a lightweight build that gives everyday outfits a noticeable lift. The shoes are for anyone who thinks classic sneakers could use a little more attitude.
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Converse Run Star Crush Black
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Sizes run from men’s 3 to 13 and women’s 4.5 to 14.5
The Run Star Crush in black makes a strong case for giving classic sneakers a little more height. Its durable canvas upper keeps the familiar Chuck look, while a molded foam midsole and separated rubber outsole create lightweight lift and a unique design.
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Converse Run Star Crush Egret
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Comes with removable OrthoLite insole.
The Run Star Crush in egret is the counterpart of the black version above. Available in sizes 3–13 for men and 4.5 to 14 for women, fit experts say these shoes run a tad on the large side, and recommend getting a half-size smaller than usual.
Karina has also modeled the Chuck 70 X, which keeps the recognizable shape of the original Chuck while giving it a sharper, more modern finish. The upgraded footwear features dual-star accents on the rubber bumper and top eyelets, an updated leather patch logo, subtly aged toe cap and foxing, plus a tongue stabilizer designed for comfort and everyday wear. The collection comes in a variety of colors in both high and low tops. The Chuck 70 X is available now in China and Korea, with a global launch on August 27.
aespa will embark on their North American leg of the SYNK : COMPLæXITY world tour in September. Find tour tickets online here.
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