Sustainable sneaker imprint Cariuma works in collaboration with the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam to deliver a new collection of footwear. It is defined by the artist's artwork including flowers and scenery that celebrate the Earth. It features work including Sunflowers from 1889 and Wheatfield with Crows from 1890, rounded out by a jubilee flower pattern to celebrate the museum's 50th anniversary.
The shoes in the series take on the signature OCA Low sneaker silhouette by Cariuma to serve as the base foundation. The silhouette is 100% vegan and is made from a blend of organic cotton and natural rubber. The lining and upper are made from cotton canvas and it rests on 100% slip-resistant rubber.
Sustainable Artist-Inspired Shoes
Cariuma Presents a New Series of Sneakers Inspired by Van Gogh
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