VEJA Veja Rio Branco Sneakers | Shoes

Suede and mesh upper with Amazonian rubber sole. Made in Brazil. Lace-up front. Rubberized V at side panels. Padded low-cut collar with leather Veja logo at back counter. VFJA-WZ77. RB1803534. About the designer: Parisian based and Brazilian produced, sustainable sneaker brand Veja creates organic, innovative collections sourced from South America. 'Veja' translated from Portuguese-Brazilian dialect meaning 'look', aims for wearers to 'look beyond sneakers, look how they are made'. Their iconic silhouettes are naturally sourced from 100% organic cotton canvas and Brazil-sourced leather, along with fairly traded rubber soles. The resulting designs allow wearers to go about their day comfortably, all while leaving a positive impact on the environment. By linking together economic justice and social initiatives, and utilizing products that impact the environment positively, Veja has proven that sustainable styles can also be deemed fashionable.