Custom Chuck Taylors Go ‘brat’ Mode in Charli XCX’s Converse Collab
Charli XCX is keeping brat Summer alive with a new Converse collab that puts full creative control in the hands of her fans — or as she calls them, Charli’s Angels. Titled the Custom Chuck Taylor All Star Charli XCX By You, the unisex high-top is part of Converse’s “By You” customization platform, offering fans a limited three-day window to design their own pair, infused with the chaos and charm of the Brat era.
Instead of a static, pre-built design, this release centers on personalization. Fans can choose from five curated base colors — “Black,” “White,” “Brown Rice,” “Winter Sky,” and Bridal Rose — but as with most things Charli, it’s the details that take center stage. Each pair comes with trompe-l’œil distressing: printed rips, faded discoloration, and laces washed out just enough to look like they’ve lived a few lives on tour. The vibe is worn-in, emotionally charged, and unmistakably bratty.
Customization goes deeper with heel license plates and interchangeable patches, nodding to fan-favorite themes and lyrics like “XCX,” “365,” “Angel,” and “Party Girl.” For those who know where to look, outsole graphic options offer the choice between brat or Party Girl prints — hidden touches that reward the in-the-know. A pair of lock-and-key heel charms, etched with “Brat,” references her Pop 2 cult classic “Unlock It,” while lime-green insoles deliver a final hit of Charli’s signature color story — subtle but unmistakable.
The result is a sneaker that feels as complex and curated as Charli herself — punk in attitude, pop in silhouette. It’s the perfect physical extension of Brat: messy but intentional, tough but romantic, vulnerable yet completely in control.
Available for just three days, the release offers fans a rare chance to create a piece of the Brat world. The pair will drop exclusively via the official Converse website on August 5 at 10 a.m., priced at $100 USD.
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