Wes Lang Decorates a Special Pair of Vans OG Sk8-Hi for Its 50th Anniversary

The skate shoe becomes an exclusive art piece.

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The Vans Sk8-Hi has rightly become an icon in its five-decade-long tenure, and on the eve of its 50th anniversary celebrations this season, Vans has enlisted contemporary artist Wes Lang to add his artistic touch to the sneaker. Adorning the white canvas upper of the Sk8-Hi with his signature hand-drawn aesthetic, Lang has undoubtedly created an item that hits upon the fans of both sneaker culture and modern art. Unfortunately these will not be releasing in stores but if you’re interested in artistically modified Vans, check out these collaborative collection with SBTG and COVER by CROSSOVER.

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