# 70s Film-Inspired Canvas Shoes UNDERCOVER Unveils Its Latest Converse Honoring The Warriors By Amy Duong | Published 2019-03-12 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/warriors References: [highsnobiety](https://www.highsnobiety.com/p/undercover-converse-chuck-70-new-warriors-release-date-price/) & [converse](https://www.converse.com/) Jun Takahashi and UNDERCOVER recently introduced its latest [Converse](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stranger-things-converse) collaborative sneaker, spotlighting the 1970s film, 'The Warriors.' Walter Hill's hit film is referenced through design cues adorning the signature [Chuck 70s](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chuck-70s-1) -- the sneakers are offered in two colorway options in total. Both of the tonal iterations boast opposing themes referenced in the retro film. The white or black colorways are both constructed from [canvas materials throughout the uppers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adererror) and have a zipper enclosure placed by a laced zipper guard. Additional details include a metal ring attached to the toe and the heel area, with an "NW" patch embroidered where the signature Chuck ankle patch would usually be found. Across the toe cap is the printed "The New Warriors" as an additional ode to the overarching theme. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.2/10 - Popularity: 42% | Activity: 16% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/shoes) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Film-inspired Sneakers:** Opportunity to collaborate with media and entertainment franchises to create unique footwear designs. - **Zipper-enclosed Sneakers:** Opportunity to incorporate innovative lacing systems and enclosures in footwear design. - **Canvas Sneakers:** Opportunity to experiment with sustainable materials and eco-friendly production methods in sneaker manufacturing. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion:** Opportunity for fashion brands to leverage pop culture references to create distinctive and alluring apparel. - **Entertainment:** Opportunity for media and entertainment franchises to expand their brand and engage with fans through merchandise collaborations. - **Footwear:** Opportunity for footwear brands to incorporate new materials and design elements to create unique and fashionable sneakers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [TV-Inspired Classic Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stranger-things-converse.md) - [Distressed Sneaker Collaborations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/feng-chen-wang-and-converse.md) - [Canvas Co-Branded Hi-Top Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chuck-taylor-2.md) - [Anime-Inspired Canvas Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chuck-taylor-pack.md) - [Deconstructed Canvas Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adererror.md) - [All-Over Patterned Skate Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anarchy-is-the-key.md) - [Japanese Artwork Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/converse-allstar.md) - [Film-Inspired Graphic Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/one-on-one-collection.md) - [Reptile-Pattern Sleek Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chuck-70s-1.md)