Converse

Converse is a footwear and lifestyle brand best known for its iconic Chuck Taylor sneakers. It offers shoes, apparel, and accessories that blend vintage style with modern fashion. The brand appeals to all ages with its casual, creative, and timeless designs in the mid-price segment.

Converse is Sneakers. And Converse is Change. We started on the court and got adopted on the street. We began as a rubber company to make sneakers and boots, and then we found basketball and reinvented the sport. The Converse Chuck Taylor All Star sneaker became the court sneaker; it stood for the game. From there we moved into other sports with new sneaker silhouettes like the Pro Leather, the Star Player, and the Weapon. The Star Chevron showed up and became another Converse symbol. And just when we seemed to be destined for athletes only – something happened.Converse sneakers showed up in rock clubs, on the streets, on rappers, on icons, on rebels and originals. It became the sneaker of choice for individuals. From All Star to Jack Purcell to CONS, Converse doesn’t confine itself to one style or definition. Be who you want to be in Converse sneakers or clothes. An artist, rebel, rapper, thinker, gamer, skater, smoke jumper, freelance dentist, whatever. If you’re wearing Converse, you know who you are.

Charlotte Premium Outlets is a large open-air outlet shopping center located at 5404 New Fashion Way in Charlotte, North Carolina. Situated in the Steele Creek neighborhood on the east side of Charlotte, it lies conveniently off Interstate 485, positioned between Interstates 85 and 77. This location places it within a suburban area that has evolved from mostly rural farmland into a growing retail hub, with nearby shopping centers, hotels, and restaurants. The mall serves the greater Charlotte metropolitan area, which has a population of around 2.8 million, and attracts both local residents and visitors from across North Carolina. The region is not coastal but is well connected by major highways, making it accessible for day trips and regional shopping excursions. The outlet mall covers approximately 399,000 square feet and hosts around 100 stores. Its retail mix primarily includes fashion and footwear brands, with a focus on upscale and luxury outlet stores. Shoppers can find a variety of well-known names including Brooks Brothers, Saks Fifth Avenue OFF 5th, Cole Haan, Michael Kors, Steve Madden, Puma, Nike Factory Store, Vera Bradley, Ann Taylor, Kate Spade New York, Lucky Brand, and Polo Ralph Lauren. The selection caters to a broad range of tastes, from casual sportswear to designer fashion, as well as accessories and some home goods. In terms of services, Charlotte Premium Outlets offers a food court with multiple dining options and outdoor seating areas. Amenities include ample customer parking, wheelchair accessibility, and restrooms. The mall operates with typical outlet hours: it is open from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM Monday through Saturday, and from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM on Sundays. The open-air design means weather conditions can affect the shopping experience, and weekends or holiday sales periods tend to be busier with limited parking availability. Overall, Charlotte Premium Outlets provides a comprehensive outlet shopping experience combining convenience, a wide brand selection, and essential visitor services in a suburban setting near Charlotte’s major transportation routes.