There’s really no right post to transition back into blogging. I’ve been fixated on this idea that my first post in over a year has to hit all the high notes; a real show stopper, or starter, I suppose. But really I just want to talk about shoes. And art. For now, at least.
Japanese contemporary artist, Takashi Murakami teamed up with Vans to release a collection of eclectic slip-on sneakers that embody all that is good in this world: vibrant colors, smiling faces, trippy hippiness and the creative mind. The Vault by Vans x Takashi Murakami shoes come in a few different patterns and colors, all varieties truly representing Murakami's most iconic work.
His paintings, as well as his sneakers, take on two artistic identities: traditional Japanese art and pop culture. Murakami takes the two-dimensional "super-flat" stylistic approach of traditional eastern art, and incorporates popular motifs, similar to anime and manga.
A prolific artist worldwide, Murakami has also gained an undeniable celebrity status in the worlds of fashion and media. In addition to Vault by Vans x Takashi Murakami, he's collaborated with fashion-forward thinkers like Louis Vuitton, Kanye West, Comme des Garçons and Pharell Williams.
With no intention of knocking your socks off, I do hope you'd rather put some on and slip your feet into these psychedelic treats.
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| The sly fox himself |
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I've got my eye on the multi-colored flower ones. Skulls just aren't my thing.
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| Murakami's design for Kanye West's Graduation album |
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| Takashi Murakami's animation for Pharrell's "Last Night, Good Night" music video |
These limited edition kicks just hit the shelves on Saturday, June 27th, and are available at select locations across the US. Check 'em out!
