Key Takeaways
- The Converse SHAI 001 ‘Ghosted’ features a white zippered upper and a ‘Dream Yellow’ tongue, showcasing a clean monochromatic design.
- This sneaker prioritizes structure with a streamlined profile, while the zippered build adds a futuristic touch.
- The official release is on September 24, 2026, priced at $140 USD, with local prices reflecting VAT and shipping in the UAE.
- The collaboration between Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Converse positions the ‘Ghosted’ as both a fashion piece and a performance shoe.
- This release emphasizes the ‘quiet luxury’ trend, making the SHAI 001 relevant in the streetwear scene.
The Converse SHAI 001 ‘Ghosted’ is the latest colourway in Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s first signature silhouette. It features a white zippered upper with a ‘Dream Yellow’ tongue detail. This monochromatic aesthetic emphasises the shoe’s structural shape and branding.
The ‘Ghosted’ colourway leans into a white-on-white palette, a departure from louder basketball footwear. A zippered build covers most of the foot to create a streamlined profile.
The Dream Yellow on the tongue provides the only break in the white. The double-2 logo is embroidered in white on the same tongue.
Design details
This iteration uses a white shroud spanning from toe to heel. Visual interest comes from tonal Converse Star branding at the rear and the Dream Yellow tongue underneath the zipper.
The SKU for this pair is A23976C. By removing contrasting panels, Converse focuses attention on the shoe’s architecture. The zippered shroud gives the sneaker a futuristic feel.
Tonal branding at the back keeps the look cohesive. This makes the shoe wearable outside of a gym or court.
How to buy the SHAI 001 in the UAE
The official global release is set for 24 September 2026, for $140 USD. UAE collectors should monitor local Converse retailers and sneaker boutiques in Dubai Mall or Mall of the Emirates. Local pricing will reflect import duties and regional retail margins.
Check physical stores in Dubai Mall first. Stock levels there differ from the regional website. If you are hunting for a specific size in a limited drop, arrive before 11am to beat the crowds.
The $140 USD retail price is the global baseline. In the UAE, the price point will account for local VAT and shipping. Watch official Converse UAE channels as the September date approaches.
The Shai Gilgeous-Alexander partnership
This release arrives amid speculation regarding Gilgeous-Alexander’s long-term partnership with Converse. The ‘Ghosted’ colourway is a versatile addition to the SHAI 001 release calendar.
Shai is known for his off-court style. He treats the tunnel like a runway. This sneaker reflects that, acting as a fashion piece and a performance shoe.
The ‘Ghosted’ pair fits the “quiet luxury” trend where shape matters more than a loud logo. This silhouette has carved out a space in the streetwear scene.
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