Are zippers the quintessential expression of John Varvatos‘ long running collaborative partnership with Converse? We’ve seen the popular designer play with eyelets of all size and number and while his signature vintage look takes precedent over all other JV design language, there’s no overstating the significance of zip-equipped styles over these past few years. The latest John Varvatos x Converse All Star Double Zip goes with a premium black leather upper, with the toe cap adding a brushed steel look. Check out more images after the jump, then grab a pair from top Converse retailers like Kith.