When artists design shoes, the results are often too beautiful to wear. For proof of said beauty, look no further than this top list filled with awesome art shoes.
The best part about an art shoe is that it has universal appeal 99.9 percent of the time. There is just something about shoes that makes artists drop their pretension and design beautiful works that everyone can understand and appreciate. The only heartbreaking thing about these awesome art shoes is that not all of them are wearable. Take heart, however, as the vast majority of these sneakers, heels and high tops can and should be worn. If your idea of a cool shoe is one shaped like a battleship, you've definitely got to check out all of these awesome art shoes.
18 Awesome Art Shoes
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Surreal Shoe Art
Priscilla Ainhoa Griscti Draws Fantasy Fairytale Stilettos
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Pop Art Sneakers
Nike Andy Warhol & Marilyn Monroe Kicks Bring Culture to Your Feet
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Fishy Footwear
The Nike 78 Aquarium Shoe by Weiden + Kennedy is Beyond Belief
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Abstract Sneaker Art
The Visually Impressive Nike + Collab: Paint With Your Feet
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Sneaker Science Labs
The Nike 78 Project Gives Artists Free Reign Over Shoe Redesign
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Handmade Shoe Artistry
Church's Footwear is Quality at its Best
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Charitable Pop Art Shoes
Robert Indiana Converse Sneakers are the Latest Weapons to Fight AIDS
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Girly Street Art Sneakers
Fafi by Adidas Collection Highlights Female Graffiti Artists
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Apocalyptic Sneakers
'Nike Fantasy' by Ricardo Diogo Shows Images of War, Fear & Pop Culture
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High-Top Art Installations
The ALIVESHOES Project Lets You Own the Art
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Charitable Art Shoes
Brush Footwear and Max Talbot Donate Colorful Kicks to Haitian Kids
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Art Shoes
Marimekko + Manolo Blahnik Collection
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Pseudo Paper Sneakers
David Brownings' Shoe Art Takes a Strong Foothold Among Fans
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Paint-Splattering Shoes
Martin Rud Creates Vibrant Color-Splashing Kicks Art
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Sneaker Art Boom
The More Unique, The Better For Decorated Sneaks
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Unwearable Art Shoes
These LEGO Converse Chuck Taylor Shoes Are Toyrific
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Handwritten Art Sneakers
Reebok x Maeda Emoretion
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Warship Shoes
Phil Noto Creates a Custom Art Sneaker for the Bold Hype Gallery in New York
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Superhero-Inspired Soccer Shoes
These Conceptual Marvel x Nike Football Sneakers are Comic-Like
Luxury Cartoon-Like Red Boots
MSCHF Launches a Bulbous Footwear Silhouette with Cushioning
Open-Stitch Designed Lifestyle Shoes
Nike Highlights a Look at the Killshot 2 Sneaker
Archival Low-Sole Classic Sneakers
adidas Presents its new Country Japan Sneaker Model
Superhero-Themed Sportswear Shoes
Paul Parsons Creates Cool Marvel x Nike Concept Sneakers
Stealthy Stitched Lifestyle Sneakers
Nike Introduces a Look at its New Killshot 2 Premium Sneaker
Anti-Hero Shoe Collections
adidas Partners with Marvel to Release a Deadpool and Wolverine Line
Plush Textural Artful Sneakers
Nina Chanel Abney Designs her Own Jordan 3 Sneaker
Minimalist Clog-Like Sneakers
adidas Just Released Its New adiFom Superstar Shoes
Unique Artisans Sneakers
NOVELLA's Debut Collection Chapter 1 Features Three Verses
Superhero-Themed Glamorous Shoes
Marvel and Christian Louboutin Join Forces on a Shoe Capsule
Deadstock Denim Clogs
Levi’s x Crocs Upcycles Fabric Into One-of-a-Kind Footwear Designs
Muted Blue Hi-Cut Sneakers
The Jordan Air Ship Sneaker Gets a Diffused Blue Colorway
Opulent Anime Fashion Collections
The Jimmy Choo x Sailor Moon Collection is Ethereal
Retail-Exclusive Stark Blue Footwear
These Nike Air Max 95 Trainers are Exclusive to JD
Minimal Contrasting Basketball Shoes
The Nike Air Jordan 14 Sneaker Model Gets a Black Toe Version
Deconstructed High-Top Skate Sneakers
Vans Presents its new SK8-HI RECONSTRUCT Series of Shoes
AI-Powered Architectural Footwear
Str4ngeThing Envisions a Set of Renaissance Architecture Shoes
RFID-Enabled Sport Sneakers
BANBROKEN ARTDesign Sport Shoes Have the TAP-Tech Feature
Dynamic Thigh-High Tech Sneakers
Voo Store Joins On Running to Create a Unique New Sneaker
Retooled Reimagined Lifestyle Sneakers
Masha Popova Remixes a Pair of adidas Superstars
Customizable Shoe Decorating Events
adidas Hosts a DIY 'Style Your Toe' Pop-Up Event in Hong Kong
Juxtaposing Dynamic Running Shoes
The adiSTAR Cushion Sneakers have a Retro Design
Collaborative Artful Shoe Designs
ECCO and Illya Goldman Gubin Drop the Metropole Seoul Derby
Architect-Designed Shoes
Koio Collaborates with Norm Architects on a Design-Forward Shoe
Summer-Ready Sporty Slip-Ons
Nike's Aqua Swoosh Shoes are Expanding to Offer Adult Sizes
Futuristic Layered Sneaker Models
Nike's Air Max Portal Shoes Boasts a Chunky Silhouette
Luxury Monochromatic Sneakers
The Axel Arigato Atlas Sneakers are Made with High-Quality Materials
Commemorative Sneaker Shops
The '85 Shop by eBay Shares a Collection of Original Air Jordan 1s
Sophisticated Tassel-Detailed Shoes
Vans Introduces a Look at the Elevated Carver Sneaker Model
Vibrant Rugged Skate Sneakers
Vans Tokyo Design Collective Introduces the Vans Varsity Collection
Deadstock-Derived Footwear Collections
These 'Dr. Martens' Shoes Are Made From Surplus Materials
Barrier-Breaking Sneaker Drops
From The Collection: Joy Claire Provides Access to Exclusive Styles
Pre-Worn Paint-Splattered Sneakers
A-COLD-WALL* and Nike Join on the Air Max Plus Sneaker
Sleek Low-Cut Lifestyle Sneakers
Nike Presents the New Court Shot Sneaker with Minimal Design
Minimalist Fashion Hiking Footwear
The Common Projects Hiking Boots are Handmade in Italy
Dipped-Aesthetic Canvas Sneakers
Humanrace and adidas Launch a MAUBS NMD S1 Sneaker
Heart-Adorned Shoe Collections
G.H. Bass Boasts an Adorable Collection of Heart Loafers
Superhero Sneaker Concepts
These Conceptual Iron Man Sneakers by Khalil Zahirian are Futuristic
Sneaker-Inspired Chair Concepts
MarkVonRama Showcases a Series of Nike and Jordan-Inspired Chairs
Ugly Christmas Sweater-Inspired Shoes
Nike Readies for the Holidays with the Ugly Sweater Dunks
Futurist Footwear Collections
Norse Projects Dropped the ARKTISK Footwear Capsule for 2023
Sophisticated Monotonal Footwear
adidas Spotlights the Formal Stan Smith Freizeit Shoe
Premium Low-Cut Lifestyle Sneakers
Nike Unveils a Stealthy Air Force 1 Low Paris Sneaker
Safety-Focused Shoe Designs
Vans Vault Launches Sneakers with Built-In Ankle Guards
Adorably Styled Shoes
Dr. Martens' Pairs Its Mary Jane Shoes with Adorable Ankle Bow Socks
Artistic Sneaker Collaborations
The 'Skechers x Vexx' Collection Highlights Bold Graphics
Randomness-Inspired Designer Footwear Lines
HVÓYA's Beauty in Chaos Capsule is Unique and Chic
Collaborative Chunky Skate Sneakers
always do what you should do Joins adidas on the Superstar
Medical Boot-Representing Footwear
Rick Owens Continues to Grab Attention with the Walking Boot
Bright Video Game-Inspired Footwear
Onitsuka Tiger Launches a Street Fighter-inspired Sneaker
Deep Blue Lifestyle Sneakers
Nike's Air Max Force 1 Low Evo Gets a Team Royal Colorway
Retro Minimal MInimal Sneakers
adidas and Sean Wotherspoon Designs a New Orketro Sneaker
Collaborative Textual Patchwork Sneakers
atmos Japan and adidas Join on the New Gazelle 85 Shoe
Multi-Color Green-Accented Sneakers
New Balance Unveils the 'Black/Green' Warped Runner Colorway
Gold-Toe Sneaker Lines
The Made in Schiaparelli Sneaker Blends Streetwear & High-End Sensibilities
Knitted Crochet Checkerboard Sneakers
Vans Unveils a Knitted Half Cab Sneaker with a Bright Look
Monstrous-Inspired Heeled Shoes
I Wanna Bangkok Presents the Hulkfoot and Bigfoot Shoes
Knitted Chunky Sneakers
Famous Footwear Boasts the DV Dolce Vita Sneaker
Vibrant Collaborative Tech Sneakers
ASICS and Gallery Dept. Join on the GT-2160 Sneaker
Artistic Pilates Sock Collections
MoveActive Introduces the Art Series Collection
Premium Craftsmanship Sneakers
Onitsuka Tiger Unveils the Stylish Mexico 66 Deluxe
Packaging-Inspired Footwear Designs
adidas Introduces the Unique Box Shoe Through its App
Stark Blue High-Top Sneakers
The Iconic Air Jordan 1 Gets a UNC Toe Colorway Palette
Artist-Backed Breakdancing Sneaker
Futura Joins Nike to Decorate the Jam Sneaker Model
Deep Navy Tonal Sneakers
Nike Introduces the Jordan 1 Sneaker in a Midnight Navy Colorway
Pearl Necklace-Attached Sneakers
Junya Watanabe Unveils ASH Pearl Sneaker with Jewelry
Size-Inclusive Designer Shoes
Zalando and Seven Designers are Launching Footwear for All
Designer-Backed Low-Cut Sneakers
adidas and Stella McCartney Create a New Court Boost
Minimal Sleek Skate Sneakers
CLOT and adidas Remix a New Pair of Gazelle Sneakers
Sci-Fi-Themed Rubber-Like Sneakers
Native Shoes Launch Sci-Fi Sneaker Collection with Star Wars
Patterned Puffy Artisanal Shoes
Suicoke and Story mfg. Present a New Collection Together
Painted Foot-Shaped Shoes
Midorikawa and Suicoke Unite for the Newest Vibram® FiveFingers Release
Urban Sneaker-Inspired Exhibits
Museum of Graffiti Introduces the Sneaker Stories Pop-Up Exhibit
Sculptural Shoe Activations
Briony Douglas Created a Striking Sculpture Exhibit for Browns Shoes
Vinyl Toy-Inspired Glowing Sneakers
Nike Presents a Glowing Air Max 1 '87 and Terminator Low PRM
Olympic-Ready Elevated Footwear
Nike Optimizes its Air Cushioning Tech in New Range of Shoes
Dynamic Collaborative Sneakers
adidas Presents the CLOT Superstar Sneaker with Bold Accents
Collaborative Asymmetric Sneakers
adidas and Mark Gonzales esign a Pair of Gonz Aloha Shoes
Artistic Floral Footwear Designs
Ohana Hatake Footwear Was Created by Takashi Murakami
Whimsical Inflatable Sneaker Concepts
UV-Zhu Uses Daily Objects for His Nike Concept Sneaker
Beer Brand-Inspired Tonal Sneakers
Nike Launches a New Dunk Low in a Heineken Colorway
Formally Transformed Skate Sneakers
Mastery Atelier Transforms Two Vans Footwear Silhouettes
Doll-Inspired High Heels
The Fantastic Plastic Foot Shoes are Shaped Like a Doll's Tip-Toed Foot
Fashion-Forward Lifestyle Sneakers
Valentino Garavani Unveils a New Pair of Premium Sneakers
Paint-Adorned Rugged Fashion Boots
MM6 Maison Margiela Presents a New 1460 8-Eyelet Boot
Designer-Approved Skateshoe Silhouettes
The Vans x Proenza Schouler Collab Was Highly Anticipated
Preppy Minimal Skate Sneakers
Nicole Hause Joins Nike on a Special Pair of Dunk Shoes
Maximalist Pop Art Sneakers
Keiichi Tanaami Joins adidas On a Pair of its Superstars
Hip Hop-Honoring High-Top Sneakers
Nike Launches a New Air Force 1 High in a Classics Colorway
All-Over Patterned Skate Sneakers
UNDERCOVER & Vans OTW Highlight Anarchy is the Key
Futuristic Collaborative Fall Footwear
BOTTER and Reebok Present New Designs at Paris Fashion Week
Deconstructed Collabroative Shoes
Gallery Dept. Joins Vans on a Collaborative OG Old School LX
Heroic Luxury Footwear
The Christian Louboutin x Marvel Collab Unleashes Super Stylish Footwear
Chunky Metallic-Tinged Sneakers
The Air Jordan 4 Gets a Sail and Metallic Gold Colorway
Discarded Shoe-Created Stools
The WU Series by BENTU Design is a Sustainable Alternative
Chic Skater Style Sneakers
These Dior B9S Sneakers Come in Two Material Options
Stunning Japanese Art-Inspired Footwear
Christian Louboutin Collaborates with Shun Sudo
Pop Art-Inspired Technical Sneakers
Mizuno Presents a Hiroshi Nagai Sneaker Series of Three Shoes
Board Game-Themed Fashions
The Shoe Palace x Monopoly Collection Includes an Array of Styles
Lightweight Heeled Sneakers
Converse Released the Chuck 70 De Luxe Heel
Updated 90s-Inspired Shoe Silhouettes
Vans Releases a New Contemporary Take on Its Classic Slip-On
Logo-Detailed Rare Hi-Top Sneakers
JOOPITER Presents Rare Nike SB Chasing Grails Dunk High Shoes
Stealthy Monochromatic Court Sneakers
Nike Unveils a Look at the Minimal Killshot 2 Sneaker
Sustainable Artist-Inspired Shoes
Cariuma Presents a New Series of Sneakers Inspired by Van Gogh
Futuristic Minimal Basketball Sneakers
adidas Originals Launches the Crazy Infinity Shoe Today
Bejeweled Checkered Footwear
Mattias Gollin Remixes the Vans Signature Slip-Ons with Jewels
Brogue-Style Skateboard Sneakers
The Vans Varsity Sneakers are at Once Laidback and Preppy
Nostalgic Emo Band-Inspired Shoes
adidas is Channelling Teen Angst with the Fall Out Boy Sneakers
Basketball-Shaped Sneakers
The Baller Silhouette by Off-White Mimics the Look of a Sports Ball
Retro Racecar-Inspired Shoes
L'Art de L'Automobile and Salomon Create a Porsche 911 GT1
Reimagined Footwear Releases
The Dr. Martens x ACW* FW22 Boasts an Incredibly Chic Aesthetic
Hip-Hop-Inspired Sneakers
Nike Unveils Its Latest 'Run The Jewels x Nike SB Dunks' Sneakers
Superhero-Inspired High Sneakers
Nike Unveils 'Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse' Air Jordan 1
Black Tonal Collaborative Sneakers
Fucking Awesome Updates the adidas Originals Sambas
Sculptural Futuristic Sneakers
New Balance Presents a New Version of its Warped Runner Sneaker
Artwork-Adorned Collaborative Boots
TATE and Dr. Martens Celebrate Ithell Colquhoun's Work
Luxe Organically Shaped Shoes
MAD Architects and Fendi Create a Dynamic Sneaker Model
Minimal Monochromatic Leather Shoes
Nike's AJ1 Low SE Sneakers Get a Light Steel Grey Colorway
Retro Archival Chunky Sneakers
adidas Revives Its Harlem Sneakers After Four Decades
Artist-Designed Leather Boots
Dr. Martens Launches a New Boot Silhouette with Artist Loveis Wise
Elegant Footwear Collections
ARCH NYC Has Unveiled Its Contemporary Fall 2023 Collection
Color-Blocking Vibrant Sneakers
Nike Unveils a Doernbecher Version of the Air Jordan 1 Low
Futuristic Bold Tonal Sneakers
Beyoncé and adidas Present the IVY PARK Top Ten 2000 Sneaker
Artful Soft Textured Sneakers
Jor Freshgoods Launches a Set of New Balance 993 Sneakers
Elegant Collaborative Shoe Designs
BoTT and Converse Launch a Chic Deckstar SK Shoe Silhouette
Premium Leather High-Cut Sneakers
Pawnshop Skate Co. Joins Forces with Nike on a Dunk High
Street Art-Adorned Perforated Footwear
Crocs Joins Futura Laboraties on a New Set of Shoes
Nature-Inspired Outdoor Shoe Designs
Notre & Salomon Present an Overview of the Salomon XT-4 Model
3D-Printed Futuristic Sneakers
HOUSE OF ERRORS Joins ALIVEFORM on the TOPO-01 Footwear
Collaborative Basketball Player High-Tops
The Shai Gilgeous-Alexander x Converse Weapon is Playful
Deconstructed Artful Sandals
Craig Green Works Together with adidas on a Unique Sandal
Activism-Themed Custom Upcycled Shoes
tareet Delivers Custom ASICS for the APOC Store
Punk-Inspired Leather Shoes
Junya Watanabe MAN and Stepney Workers Club Launch Punk Leather Shoes
Beweled Fashion Forward Clogs
Simone Rocha and Crocs Develop Dynamic Heel-Clog Designs
Harajuku-Inspired Slip-Ons
Vans Taps Guest Designers on the Harajuku Punk Design Series
Retro Chunky Dramatic Sneakers
The Catfish Lo by Axel Arigato is Made from Sleek Leather
Elevated Platform Lifestyle Sneakers
The Rick Owens DRKSHDW Released New 'Abstract Sole' Sneakers
Gritty Rodent-Inspired Boots
The Ratboot by Uncommon Creative Studio is Bold and Oversized