Supreme is collaborating with the Mike Kelley Foundation for the second time, and this go-around now brings the late artist’s work to two essential Vans silhouettes.
The Supreme x Mike Kelley x Vans Era and Half Cab get two colorways each featuring two original artworks. Prints depict arrangements of buttons, jewelry and other found objects with either dark or light background to form the canvas base of the Half Cabs and take over the entirety of the Eras’ uppers.
Black or white suede overlays coordinate with the respective prints for the Half Cabs’ two editions, and Supreme’s name is embroidered in Gothic text on the heels of all four pairs of sneakers. Distressing also brings scuffs throughout the sneakers fresh out of the box, and the white Era stands out in particular for the “Pope Go Home” badge among the printed items.
Despite VF Corp. selling off Supreme in 2024, the New York City streetwear label has continued to collaborate with its former sister brand Vans, the same of which can not be said for The North Face. The two brands rooted in skateboarding first linked up in 1996 and typically collaborate each year, but this project with the Mike Kelley Foundation marks their first in nearly two years.
Alongside the Vans sneakers, Supreme will also release a capsule of apparel and accessories consisting of a short-sleeve shirt, thermal, ringer tee, hoodie, sweatpant, T-shirts, throw blanket and skateboard.
The Supreme x Mike Kelley x Vans Era and Half Cab will release Thursday through Supreme’s website and stores. Pricing has not yet been confirmed for the sneakers; the two models typically retail for $65 and $90, respectively.
Supreme x Mike Kelley x Vans capsule
Supreme x Mike Kelley x Vans Era in black
Supreme x Mike Kelley x Vans Era in white
Supreme x Mike Kelley x Vans Half-Cab in black
Supreme x Mike Kelley x Vans Half-Cab in white
