Sneakers can combine many styles, from sporty and casual to bold prints and edgy designs. Custom painting your sneakers can be fun, and you don’t need to be an artist to enjoy it! You can paint almost any sneaker you own, turning a boring white pair into moving works of art with just a few brush strokes.
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Tip: You can also read our in-depth guide on how to paint sneakers with acrylic paints.
1. Geometrical Print Sneakers
Geometrical prints are one of the most sought-after trends for this season. As you probably already know, geometric prints refer to designs composed of straight or curved lines, hence creating geometric shapes (e.g., triangles, squares, etc.). So, try this geometric print on your sneakers and have a perfect casual everyday look.
2. Tattoo Sugar Skull Sneakers
The Sugar Skull is a stenciled image of a human skull associated with the Mexican celebration of the Day of the Dead. The Sugar Skulls are often depicted with vibrant colors and exquisite detail.
This tattoo design is perfect for anyone who wants to honor their culture and tradition while making a bold fashion statement.
3. Koi fish Print Sneakers
Koi fish are known for their vibrant and beautiful colors. You can capture this vibrancy by printing the Koi onto your shoes. It’s a great way to stand out from the crowd.
4. Rainbow Paint Splatter Sneakers
If you love to color but need a little creative design help, then this Rainbow Paint Splatter will be right up your alley. I love the look of these splattered drawings, as they give simple designs a more colorful and fun look.
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5. Butterfly print sneakers
Black and white are always chic, so try adding some black and white to your shoe collection. The butterfly print is beautiful and can be painted to highlight the heel or enhance the design of the shoe.
6. Abstract Design Sneakers
Shoe painting is an art full of colors and designs and when you can do it beautifully, it can add charm to your personality and make you look unique. These sneakers with colorful abstract designs are a great way to start your journey by painting your shoes.
7. Among Us Print Sneakers
These Among Us print sneakers are for anyone interested in decorating the sneakers based on the popular Among Us game.
8. Ben and Jerry's Ice Cream Inspired Sneakers
Ben and Jerry’s ice cream is a favorite treat for many people. B&J aren’t the only ones to get in on the fun of ice cream and sneakers. If you love sneakers or want some inspiration for paint ideas for your shoes, look at these awesome sneakers inspired by Ben and Jerry’s ice cream.
9. Vans Bape Freestyle Sneakers
I found these Vans Bape Freestyle Sneakers for sale on eBay and thought I’d give you some inspiration for shoe painting ideas. I’ve seen a lot of excellent pop art sneakers in the past, but these are up to there with the best.
10. Keith Haring Inspired Design Sneakers
I’m a sucker for art and artists, especially ones that inspire others to create. One artist who has inspired an entire generation of street artists is Keith Haring. His work combines elements of visual art, fashion, and performance art (not to mention his trademark symbol).
So, if you are wondering what patterns and colors to use on your sneakers, maybe these Keith Haring-inspired design sneakers will help spark ideas.
11. Crazy Eye Allstar Sneakers
This pattern is a great way to breathe new life into a pair of worn-out sneakers or even turn them into a one-of-a-kind pair of shoes that are fun and unique, perfect for any Clown-themed character or theme party.
12. Python Air Force 1 Sneaker
Style and functionality are no longer mutually exclusive. Take these Air Force 1 sneakers with a python drawing as an example.
13. Floral Print Sneakers
Floral-print shoes are now appearing in fashion catalogs, magazines, and even on Instagram. Every time I see them being worn by different celebrities and bloggers, I think, "Why don’t I have floral-print shoes?" So, if you’re feeling the same, you can try this floral print on your sneakers, which can bring a lot of joy and fun to your daily life.
14. Colorful Tree Sneakers
Are you tired of wearing boring, plain white shoes? How about trying some colorful and fun tree designs on your sneakers instead? This is just one idea, but you can turn them into whatever sort of forest/foliage scene you fancy. That's what all art is; it reflects your inner self in one way or another.
15. Pink Panthers Design Sneakers
Pink Panthers Design is a longtime favorite of sneaker customizers. They are known for their shark-tooth-like raggedy patterns; this tonal tan and white sneaker resembles a puma with its roasted brown nose and a tiger with its green-spotted patterning.
16. Spiderman Design Sneakers
Does your toddler have a Spiderman costume for their Halloween costume contest? Then you need these designs for their shoes. At least you do if you're going to win!
Step up Your Style with Acrylic Paint
These DIY sneaker painting ideas offer so much inspiration to help you begin to express your unique style and creativity. Whether you’ve never picked up a brush in your life, or you’ve been painting for years, acrylic paint is one of the best mediums for customizing sneakers.
This is your chance to be authentically you, turn heads, and showcase a wholly unique part of yourself, and we love to help! At Nova Color, we offer high-quality paints, brushes, and many other must-have must-haves supplies supply to help you make your ideas a reality.
Explore a rainbow of colors and ideas to make your sneakers one-of-a-kind today.