Sustainable design. Made in ITALY . Retro inspired.
Materials
Carbon Footprint |4.81 pounds CO2e/pair (natural u0026amp; recycled materials are the secret for drastically reducing emissions. Compare to avg. sneaker: 13.6kg CO2e (Cheah et al, 2013 )) Construction | Hand stitched and lasted in ITALY Upper | Vegan Corn (35 % corn waste and 65% bio-based polyurethane (biodegradable)— Made in ITALY Outsole | 50% natural and 50% recycled rubber — Made in ITALY Lining u0026amp; Laces | 100% Bamboo — Made in ITALY
Our Workshops and Factories in ITALY
LEATHER TANNERY (EST. 1954) - VICENZA, ITALY Leather is the backbone of our footwear, and we researched over 70 tanneries before finding the perfect partner for our sneakers. Crafting leather since 1954, skins from this tannery has been sought after by major luxury brands for generations due to its high-end finish and natural feel. Producing exclusively full-grain leather (i.e. the best around), the tannery has won international awards around quality, ethical, and environmental practice. We were happy to learn that the factory owners are big supporters of small, family farms as it allows them to track exactly where their hides come from. The result: a premium full-grain leather that matures beautifully over time. THE SHOEMAKER WORKSHOP (EST. 1998) - EL MARCHE, ITALY When we set out to make our first shoe, we knew we wanted quality that would stand the test of time. We interviewed over 40 footwear factories throughout Europe but none met the quality and ethical standards we were looking for. We then met Diego, who manages production for a few high-end brands and agreed to help us out. He introduced us to the owner of this factory, Pedro, who has been producing for a handful of small luxury brands for generations. Each pair takes days to complete, as every step is done by hand. In order to execute our designs perfectly, we collaborate closely with Pedro and his team through the entire process.
Care and Cleaning
Here are foolproof steps to cleaning your sneakers:Dip a cloth or brush into a bowl of water.Apply a generous amount of shoe cleaner to brush.Dip brush back into the bowl of water.Scrub shoes creating foaming action.Wipe clean with a microfiber towel. Repeat steps 1-5 if necessary.
