We’re jealous of all our Japanese readers after taking a look at the latest Jack Purcells for the exclusive Converse Japan collection.

The newest drop includes leather kicks in the classic Purcell shape fabricated in solid red or black, as well as — our favorite — a black-and-white wingtip/saddle shoe-inspired look called the Dresscode 1/2.

What we love most about these new Purcells is that they’re clean enough to wear with more grown-up ensembles, yet they still pack a fun, youthful punch — factors which translate the shoes into something sporty-chic that makes them easy to dress either up or down.

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Over the past few years Converse has rapidly widened the selection of colors, patterns, and textiles for the iconic Chuck Taylor shoe (the most successful shoe in history), and now the company is offering an option for consumers to design completely original Chucks, Jack Purcells, or other sport shoes via the Converse website.

We were hooked for about an hour creating multiple shoe possibilities, and with over a dozen individual shoe sections to play around with, there is certainly a combination that’s right for everyone.  Prices vary depending on make and fabric (we absolutely love the leather option for low- and high-top Chucks!), and shipping takes approximately 2-4 weeks.  But sorry, international readers: for now this feature is only available to ship within the US.

Start your own remix at Converse.com.