If you’re a big fan of art, you’re going to want to sit down for this—one of our favorite sneaker brands just collaborated with the MFA Boston on the release of a lifetime: a handful of brand new shoe print designs depicting the iconic works of Katsushika Hokusai.
Per a press release, Hokusai’s themes are meant to remind us of our “intrinsic connection with our planet and all living things.” This ultimately makes for an ideal pairing with none other than Cariuma, an eco-friendly brand that sustainably sources the materials for all of its products.
One of “the most acclaimed and influential artists of all time,” Katsushika Hokusai was best known for his powerful drawings and paintings that strikingly depict the sheer beauty of Japan and its natural landscapes. Working off the artist’s iconic print, “the Great Wave,” from the MFA’s renowned collection of Japanese art, you can see the beautiful design drawn skillfully across the OCA, Slip-On, and Naioca best-sellers from Cariuma.Cariuma gives back through its reforestation program. For every pair of Cariuma sneakers purchased, the brand plants a pair of trees in the Brazilian rainforest; the founders of the brand are Brazilian and strive to ensure their home stays in tact. The rubber inside each pair is also sustainably taken from a milky sap, which protects the health of the tree and its bark.
Shoppers have continually swooned over the comfort level Cariuma’s sneakers offer. They’ve said that within “minutes of opening the box, they were on my feet and were pure comfort.” Others are repeat buyers, exclaiming “I have several pairs of Cariuma shoes and they are by far some of the most comfortable shoes I’ve owned. They’ve become my go to when I travel and I’ve taken them all over the world.”
The Cariuma x Hokusai Wave Off Kanagawa Canvas Collection is currently available on Cariuma’s website while supplies last. Several sizes have already sold out, so hurry on over to grab them before they’re gone!
