Party like an All-Star

Giving some Converse love in chalk.
(Photo by Roy Afable)

Converse is one of the top shoe brands today. You see Chuck Taylors being worn almost everybody no matter the age. Last May 28, the all-star brand celebrated a block party at the SM Mall of Asia Music Hall. It was a festive event indeed and we Filipinos love to party and have a good time. While Converse will always be connected to the game of basketball, it’s also popular among extreme athletes – Skateboarders, BMX Riders – even those who are into fashion. Sneakerheads are no exception, too.

Cut-out Chucks!
(Photo by Roy Afable)

Not to mention those who are into art have been inspired by the brand as well. And yes, even in the music industry, Converse has always got them covered. Simply put, Converse is such a diverse brand it doesn’t matter what you do or lifestyle you have. The Philippines is somewhat like that to say the least.

The biggest Chuck Taylors on display.
(Photo by Roy Afable)

Fans of the brand trooped the SM Mall of Asia to witness this event. The party still went on despite the bad weather. Skateboarders didn’t mind the rain during the event. I went to the event late in the evening. I missed most of the good stuff including the 3-on-3 Streetball event. The local bands were already playing when I got there. Forgot to mention there’s this hot DJ chick providing the beats at the event. I didn’t get her name but one thing’s for sure though is that she’s from another country.

(Top) A female DJ providing the beats at the Converse Block Party.
(Bottom) Filipino Rapper Gloc-9 in the house!
(Photos by Roy Afable)

There’s also mini theater wherein you can watch some Converse clips in 3-D and a freedom wall of sorts for visitors to try and make their own Graffiti art. It’s really a laid back atmosphere there even though I missed some of the good stuff. I had to call it a night as didn’t stay on long enough to wrap up the event.

Basketball x Converse.
(Photo by Roy Afable)

Big ups to Converse Philippines for putting up that awesome event and I gotta thank them for inviting me, as well.

Dope Converse kicks!
(Photo by Roy Afable)

Hope to attend more of their events in the future.