Johannesburg, 03 March 2026: Every SHAI 001 colorway tells a story. ARES GRAY tells a deeply personal one. It’s an ode to Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s son, Ares, and the gray hue of his eyes. It also reflects Shai’s game: sleek and versatile. Just as gray moves effortlessly between light and shadow, this colorway mirrors the way Shai shifts on the court and adapts to any challenge.
ARES GRAY captures that fluidity with a tonal gray execution that is sharp yet understated. Subtle contrasts and clean detailing emphasize the silhouette’s sculpted lines. Shai’s signature logo details the tongue and insole, while Converse’s Star Chevron anchors the heel.
Like every SHAI 001, ARES GRAY is engineered for performance and expression, on and off the court. A radial traction pattern delivers multidirectional control, forefoot Zoom Air provides responsive energy return, and an over-lasted midsole helps ensure low, connected stability. Built to move the way Shai does: consistent, precise, and always shifting.
The Converse SHAI 001 ARES GRAY is available at Converse.co.za and Converse and Shelflife stores for R2,499.95.