VANS X SPONGEBOB BY MIKE GIGLIOTTI

VANS X SPONGEBOB BY MIKE GIGLIOTTI

Vans teamed up with Nickelodeon to present one of the best collab we’ve seen in a while. Dive into Bikini Bottom to find all your favorite SpongeBob cartoon characters on Vans most iconic silhouettes, including amazing renditions of the Skate Old Skool, Slip-On and Sk8-Hi by LA artist Mike Gigliotti.

Part of the all-new Spongebob x Vans collaboration, the skate oriented line designed by Mike Gigiotti definitely stands out. More than being the only shoes in the collection that are a 100% made for skateboarding, the Gigliotti pieces feature the work of one of LA’s most influent skate artist. An adult version of the infamous cartoon characters and imagery on one some the most iconic shoes there is, made purely for skateboarding.

We highly suggest you to check out our full Vans x SpongeBob footwear and apparel selection above and at the link below and keep scrolling to learn more about Mike Gigliotti and his rendition of the Vans x SpongeBob collaborative capsule.

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Mike Gigliotti

If you don’t know who Mike Gigliotti is, well you probably know about his shop, Lotties. Lotties is one of the most respected shop there is in the industry right now with ties to the world's best skateboarders and peronalities. Mike is a world-renowned artist who worked with some of the best brands in skating like Baker, Palace and Vans of course. His grimy, gritty and edgy illustrations, along with his iconic LA skateshop, have been in the forefront of skateboarding for the past few years and it's not about to change anytime soon. 

Mike Gigliotti grew up in Southern California and comes from a big family. All of his 6 siblings knew how to draw and paint, so Mike learned at a pretty young age as one of his older brothers showed him the ropes with some crosshatching and shading techniques for drawing faces. Known all over the world for his epic shop, crew and timeless graphics that can be found on some of the best brands out there, Gigliotti's style is unique and distinct. Still to this day, Mike’s art revolves around faces a lot and it only made sense for Vans to get his own take on SpongeBob’s face for this new collabo with Nickelodeon.

THE SHOES

Even though the SpongeBob x Vans new collection features fun and cartoony visuals inspired by life "Under The Sea", Vans still wanted to interpret SpongeBob in a unique way that aligned with the subversive and creative ethos of Vans Skateboarding. That’s when the brand decided to reach out to artist Mike Gigliotti of Lotties Skateshop. Mike’s gritty aesthetic, edgy illustrations, and strong ties to skateboarding’s core provided Vans with the perfect lens for SpongeBob’s new look.

The Mike Gigliotti’s Old Skool, Slip On and Sk8-Hi are 100% made for skateboarding and bring the “Off The Wall” style to the coolest creatures under the sea. The Mike Gigliotti for Vans x SpongeBob Skate shoes line highlights Mike’s unique art while simultaneously delivering more of what skateboarders need to enable maximum progression.

The Mike Gigliotti renditions of the Vans x SpongeBob Old Skool, Slip-On and Sk8-Hi are part of Vans new Skate shoes program. Be sure to look for the new checkerboard flag on the side of the shoes to guarantee that you’re getting the best in style and modern skateboarding performance.

What does that mean? It means that the shoes feature many aspects that were thought out exclusively to enhance skateboarding progression, like the repositioned DURACAP™ reinforced underlays combined with a new two-part foxing tape that features a deeper knurl pattern on the toe, make the new shoes durable enough to withstand daily skateboarding abuse.

Vans has always been the leader in the board control department and the new Vans Skate shoes brought it to an unreal level. The shoes new molded heel counter and internal tongue straps lock in your feet so you feel comfortable and stable on your board at all times. Even the gum rubber sole that made Vans famous has been elevated with the SICKSTICK™ rubber compound to deliver more grip and even more boardfeel.

On the insole level, Vans POPCUSH™ energy return sockliners provide superior cushioning and impact protection while helping to lessen leg fatigue for longer skate sessions.

To complete this offering, Mike Gigliotti's signature Vans x SpongeBob art can also be found on a range of clothing including hoodies, tees and long sleeves.

Some of the best graphics we’ve seen on one of the best skate shoe there is! Check out the Mike Gigliotti Vans x SpongeBob Skate Old Skool, Slip-On, Sk8-Hi and our complete Vans x SpongeBob selection at the link below and get yours before it’s all gone!

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