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The phrase Elbows Up comes from Canadian hockey legend Gordie Howe, who is famously remembered for his resilient and gritty play. He would head into the corners with his raised elblows a focal point to fend off any opponents.

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Baggins made the strategic decision to leverage social media to amplify their message. While it would have been easy to just tag Mike Myers directly, they wanted to make it more interactive and get people involved.

The shoes are custom Converse sneakers with the Elbows Up phrase printed boldly across the side. They also feature a maple leaf, a clear nod to the Canadian pride that drives the campaign. As for the T-shirts, the team decided to do something a little different there, too. They printed the phrase Elbows Up on the elbows of the shirts, a design choice that Savrtka herself is particularly excited about.

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Beyond the campaign itself, the company is also navigating its own transition from a downtown storefront to an online-only business.

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For those looking to purchase their own Elbows Up Converse, Baggins is offering them on their . The shoes take about 10 days to create, while the T-shirts will be available in a few weeks.

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