Cutting the Converse Bronco Boot in Half Was Tyler, The Creator’s Best Move Yet

Last year, Tyler, The Creator gave Converse a certified resale darling with the chunky 1908 Bronco Boot. It photographed like a dream, even if lacing up a full-height lugged boot felt like a major lifestyle choice.

Below the ankle, the Bronco Boot Low still owes plenty to the Converse Mud Chunk from the 1990s: a moulded rubber toe cap, a welted lug sole, round laces and a le FLEUR* lace jewel. The colourways give that chunky construction four distinct personalities.

1. Bronco Boot Low “Black/Vanilla Ice“

Its full-grain leather upper gives the panelled design a cleaner finish, allowing the bulbous rubber toe and heavy sole to define the silhouette. Black makes those exaggerated proportions easier to wear, particularly with loose trousers that fall over the low collar.

2. Bronco Boot Low “Eden/Rubber”

A woodland feel through green leather and brown rubber. The contrast makes the protective lower section more noticeable, emphasising the shoe’s outdoor roots. It is the strongest choice for anyone who wants some colour while keeping the Bronco’s rugged character intact.

3. Bronco Boot Low “Cocoa Brown/Rubber”

The same full-grain leather construction in a warmer direction. The rich brown palette suits the rounded toe and substantial sole, bringing the shoe closer to traditional walking footwear. It is an easy pairing with faded denim, corduroy or olive trousers, where the leather can add a little polish to an otherwise casual outfit.

4. Bronco Ox “New Wheat/Curry”

Its golden yellow upper makes the workwear connection immediate, while the textured surface gives the broad panels more visual depth. This is the loudest Bronco of the four, with enough colour to make the shoe the focus of an outfit.

5. Jogger “High Risk Red/Salsa/Tan”

Vivid red nylon meets shaggy suede overlays. The different textures give the tonal upper depth while preserving the Jogger’s slim, vintage running shape.

6. Jogger “Golden Haze/Yarrow/Tan”

The yellow version takes the same hairy suede and nylon construction in a warmer direction. Its golden shades reinforce the silhouette’s retro athletic character.

7. Pro Leather “Quarry/Pristine/Banana Crepe“

The grey-led suede pair gives the oversized basketball silhouette a cooler palette. Broad laces, enlarged panels and the embossed toe star provide its character.

8. Pro Leather “Tendril/Blue Glow/Banana Crepe“

Muted green suede pairs with pale blue accents, softening the shoe’s exaggerated proportions. It offers a more unusual colour combination than Quarry while retaining the same broad shape.

It’s a decent run for a partnership that started with the One Star in 2017. My pick is the Cocoa Brown low, which should sit nicely under wide trousers through a British winter. £130 isn’t cheap for a pair of Converse, but this is the Bronco that will get worn rather than admired. All of it is out today, 12 November, on Converse UK and through GOLF le FLEUR*. Converse hasn’t confirmed a UK launch time yet.