Sneaker culture has become a global phenomenon in recent years, with passionate new collectors joining the hunt for the perfect pair every day. Whether you’re looking for a specific pair of skate shoes or a rare set of basketball sneakers, or even just browsing to see what’s out there,StockX is a safe bet to find and buy the perfect pair of new sneakers.
The popularity of the sneaker world is amplified by frequent, high-profile collaborations between fan-favorite brands and celebrities, athletes or, most excitingly for us, artists. Artists ranging from Keith Haring to KAWS have brought their signature aesthetic to the world of sneakers, resulting in ultra-unique and highly sought-after shoes.
Here we’ve rounded up some of the coolest artist collaboration sneakers found on StockXwhere you can easily find the work of world-renowned artists on some of the most iconic sneaker silhouettes, from Converse high-top sneakers to Nike Air Force 1 shoes.
Vans Classic Slip-On VLT LX
Damien Hirst Skull Splatter
Vans Classic Slip-On VLT LX Damien Hirst Skull Splatter. Courtesy of StockX.
Vans have been a cornerstone of skate and surf culture since the 1970s, with the first slip-on version in 1977. Paired here with a colorful skull motif by Damien Hirst, one of today’s most famous living artists he classic style is given an eye-catching twist. Hirst first rose to prominence in the 1990s as one of the Young British Artists (YBAs), and his innovative, and at times shocking, art has continued to captivate the art world ever since.
Converse Chuck Taylor All-Star 70 Hi
Egret by Keith Haring
Converse Chuck Taylor All-Star 70 Hi Keith Haring Egret. Courtesy of StockX.
One of the most historic pairs on this list, the Converse All Stars were first introduced in 1917. They are a fitting medium for the work of legendary pop and street artist Keith Haring, who was photographed wearing a pair more than once while working in New York. City in the 1980s. Haring’s signature visual lexicon is widely recognizable, developed while working in the city’s graffiti subculture.
Nike Blazer Low
sacai KAWS Purple Dusk
Nike Blazer Low sacai KAWS Purple Dusk. Courtesy of StockX.
American artist and designer Brian Donnelly, better known by the nickname KAWS, is arguably best known for his collectibles depicting one of his practice’s repeated characters. This pair of Nike Blazer Low sneakers feature KAWS’ famous “XX” graphics, often used in place of eyes on its collectible figurines.
Nike Air Max 90 Golf NRG
Space Steven Harrington
Nike Air Max 90 Golf NRG Steven Harrington Space. Courtesy of StockX.
Recognized as a pioneer of “contemporary Californian psychedelic pop aesthetics”, Steven Harrington’s work is known for his outrageously fun patterns that always invite the viewer’s reflection and reflection. Highly stylized figures and design-based compositions make his work enigmatic and intriguing – and often humorous.
Nike Air Force 1 Leather Fly
Ruohan Wang
Nike Air Force 1 Flyleather Ruohan Wang. Courtesy of StockX.
The Air Force 1 sneakers have been a perennial favorite of sneakerheads since the early 1980s. In 2020, Nike embarked on a collaboration with Beijing-born Berlin artist and illustrator Ruohan Wang to produce this colorful and graphic iteration of the iconic shoe. With Chinese text and brightly colored playful shapes and figures, it’s the perfect fusion of shoe design and contemporary art.
Nike Air Zoom Spiridon 16
Stash
Nike Air Zoom Spiridon 16 Stash. Courtesy of StockX.
Josh Franklin is a Brooklyn-based graffiti artist and designer, better known by his nickname Stash. Stash has worked with big-name brands ranging from Nike to Uniqlo since the 1990s, making him a seasoned collaborator with a track record of super cool and creative partnerships. Inspired by old school graffiti and street art, his designs have a classic appeal with a contemporary air.
Vans Vault OG Authentic
Javier Calleja
Vans Vault OG Authentic Javier Calleja. Courtesy of StockX.
Spanish artist Javier Calleja has a distinct style known for his big, wide-eyed silhouettes, the perfect match for the equally recognizable pair of lace-up Vans. With unique characters popping out of the shoes, this pair is both cute and cool. Also suitable, as Calleja is known for his multidisciplinary practice, which ranges from painting and sculpture to prints and collectibles.
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