Released in 2023 as part of Dover Street Market New York’s 10-year anniversary, KAWS partnered with Sky High Farm and Nike on a capsule that blended art, fashion, and philanthropy. Anchored by two Nike Air Force 1 Lows and a ten-piece apparel lineup, the project funneled proceeds toward fighting food insecurity through Sky High Farm’s community programs.

Nike Air Force 1 Lows (2023)
Two colorways—white and black—featured the Nike Swoosh reimagined as a puffed-up cloud graphic, dyed and stitched across premium leather uppers in KAWS’ style. Retailing at $350 per pair, the sneakers released via raffle at Dover Street Market New York and through limited online drops, positioning them as highly sought-after art-fashion hybrids. (1)

Apparel Capsule (2023)
Alongside the footwear, the collection included chore coats, hoodies, T-shirts, and beanies, each merging Sky High Farm’s cloud, strawberry, and crescent moon motifs with KAWS’ graphic voice. Built with workwear durability, the garments balanced storytelling with wearability, making them collectible while remaining functional. (2)

Purpose and Impact
This collaboration extended beyond aesthetics, with proceeds directly benefiting Sky High Farm’s mission to improve access to nutritious food in underserved communities. The charitable core elevated the drop from a limited-edition release to a model of how artist-led collaborations can drive tangible change. (2)

Why It Matters
By uniting KAWS’ visual identity, Sky High Farm’s advocacy, and Nike’s cultural influence, the collaboration delivered a cohesive narrative that resonated on multiple levels. Its charitable mission, clean execution, and cross-disciplinary approach made it one of the most meaningful releases of the year.