Sweet, Sweet Control: Converse SHAI 001 Lace Up “Berry”

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s game is built on subtle changes of direction. A pause becomes a drive. A hesitation becomes an open jumper. The Converse SHAI 001 Lace Up “Berry” applies that same approach to design, introducing one noticeable adjustment without disrupting the carefully sculpted identity of his wildly-popular signature sneaker.

The original SHAI 001 placed much of its closure system beneath a sleek outer shell. This Lace Up edition pulls the laces into view, exposing more of the shoe’s inner construction through an opening along the top. The update brings a traditional basketball detail into Shai’s futuristic design language while giving wearers another way to fine-tune the fit.

Color does plenty of talking here, too. The Converse SHAI 001 Lace Up “Berry” blends rich pink, dusty rose, and soft neutral tones across its flowing upper. Bright laces and vivid coral trim sharpen the muted layers, while glossy accents near the heel add another finish to the tonal arrangement. Rather than relying on large logos, the sneaker lets its dramatic curves and molded components create the signature look.

Underneath that expressive exterior is a performance setup designed for Shai’s deliberate style of basketball. Responsive Zoom Air cushioning helps put energy back into each step, whether rising into a jumper or changing pace off the dribble. A low-to-the-court platform offers a stable base for controlled movement, while the radial traction pattern is engineered to grip through pivots, cuts, and sudden directional shifts. Shai’s emblem appears within the outsole pattern as a subtle finishing touch.

The Converse SHAI 001 Lace Up “Berry” will be available on Friday, August 14th, in men’s and grade-school sizing. Shop the drop in-store at DTLR or online at DTLR.com.