You don’t need seven straps to make a statement—but it helps to know where the inspiration came from. The 2025 CTAS XX-HI Buckle in Wet Stone reimagines one of Converse’s boldest silhouettes, nodding to a cult-classic release from 2012 and pushing it into a cleaner, more elevated lane.Blue-grey canvas. Gold-tone hardware. Three buckle straps instead of seven—but just as impossible to ignore.Size: Unisex - US Mens 8.5 | US Womens 10.5 | UK 8.5 | EU 42 | CM/JP 27Fit: Per Converse, this style runs large. Order a half size down.Style: CTAS XX-HI Buckle | A11892CColor: Wet Stone | Egret | BlackBrand new with box. Minor box wear. Skip the hassle - these come fully laced and ready to wear out of the box.Features:- Knee-high silhouette with 20 eyelets for a bold, stacked look- Three adjustable buckle straps across the shaft (a nod to the legendary 7-strap XXHI from 2012)- Rear zipper closure for easy on/off—no need to touch the laces- Striking Wet Stone canvas upper (a cool-toned blue-grey) with crisp white rubber trim- Goldtone hardware throughout for a standout, elevated finish- Wet Stone and white All Star ankle patches that blend seamlessly into the upper- Removable insoles for comfort- Dual tongue loops to keep everything alignedThe 7-strap XXHI from 2012 may be the grail, but this version isn’t chasing nostalgia—it’s owning its own lane.New colorway. New era. Same energy.