# Post-Impressionist Streetwear Designs The Vans x Van Gogh Museum Offers Stylish Illustrated Shoes By Kalin Ned | Published 2018-07-25 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/illustrated-shoes References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2018/7/vincent-van-gogh-vans-authentic-collaboration-collection) & [vangoghmuseumshop](https://www.vangoghmuseumshop.com/en/search?q=vans) There is a wide selection of illustrates shoes on the market, each boasting a different technique of production, as well as varying subject matter. The [Vincent Van Gogh Museum](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-infused-skincare) extends the historic value and celebrated talent in post-impressionist oil paintings through its collaboration with cult-favorite streetwear brand [Vans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/otw-by-vans-line). The collective capsule provides art-loving consumers with a tasteful choice of apparel and pairs of illustrated shoes that feature Vincent Van Gogh's iconic works. From the light elegance of the 'Almond Blossoms' to the warmth of the recognizable 'Sunflowers,' the Vincent Van Gogh Museum and Vans truly create an accessible collection of wearable art. While the clothing range is limited to stylish graphic tees, detailed sweaters and hats, the designs for the illustrated shoes are developed in six distinct variations. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.4/10 - Popularity: 94% | Activity: 91% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Art-inspired Streetwear:** Collaborations between artists and streetwear brands create a unique fusion between two seemingly different industries. - **Illustrated Footwear:** Designing shoes with graphic illustrations provides a new canvas for artists and fashion brands alike. - **Artistic Fashion Capsules:** Art museums partnering with fashion brands to create limited edition apparel provides a new revenue stream and way to engage with consumers. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Art Museums:** Partnering with fashion brands to create limited edition fashion items aligned with their exhibits or artists' works creates a new revenue stream and promotional opportunity. - **Streetwear Brands:** Collaborating with artists or art institutions to design clothing and footwear with unique illustrations provides differentiation in the saturated streetwear market. - **Footwear Industry:** Incorporating graphic illustrations on shoes opens up new design possibilities and marketing opportunities for footwear brands. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Museum-Collaborative Streetwear Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-van-gogh-musum.md) - [Fine Art-Inspired Sneaker Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/otw-by-vans-line.md) - [Artist-Themed Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/buttercloth.md) - [Artistic Sneaker Collaborations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skechers-x-vexx.md) - [Bold Collaborative Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sr-studio-la-ca-x-vans.md) - [Japanese Artwork Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/converse-allstar.md) - [Futuristic Sculptural Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vans-future-clog.md) - [Iconic Artist Phone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/van-gogh-museum-solidsuit.md) - [Collab Fashion Trainers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/valentino-x-vans.md)