First Filipino-Designed Vans Is Now Available in Selected Vans Concept Stores
Attention, sneakerheads! The first-ever Filipino designed Vans is now available in selected Vans concept stores, and people are raving about it.
Proudly designed by Filipino artist Nikko Pelaez, the limited-edition footwear showcases a Greek Mythology concept named “Along with the Gods.” This was his entry to the 2018 Vans Asia Custom Culture Competition, where he competed with and triumphed among 10,000 participants from countries across the Asia-Pacific.
Nikko Pelaez among his artworks / IMAGE Vans Philippines
A lot of shoe enthusiasts (and Greek Mythology fans) were impressed with Pelaez’s design that depicts an artistic illustration of gods and aesthetic sketches.
His artwork highlights the visual message that people are the ones who control their destiny, as manifested in his Greek Mythology-designed kicks.
Details of the Vans “Along with the Gods” limited edition pair / IMAGE Vans Philippines
This one of a kind occasion uplifts the local art industry by having brilliant Filipino artists show their art at an international scale, where a bigger audience can appreciate and take interest in it.
Further, Pelaez is a great example that even at a young age, an individual can represent one’s country as long as they believe in their dreams.
Pelaez expressed his gratitude for Vans through an Instagram post and encouraged aspiring artists to join the next installment of Vans Custom Culture Competition and showcase their world-class talent.
Pelaez was also the artist behind the Batang Maynila Custom Shoe Series, a commissioned project with Vans featuring custom pairs designed based on Manila Mayor Isko Moreno.
Get yourself a pair of the limited-edition sneakers in selected Vans stores nationwide such as Vans Trinoma, Vans Greenbelt 3, Vans Robinsons Ermita, and many more! See the full list here. Hurry while stocks last!
Source: Vans Philippines
Images grabbed from Vans Philippines
