Veja Esplar Leather Trainers

The Veja Esplar Leather Trainers are a stylish and eco-friendly sports shoe suitable for men and women. The trainers feature a flat heel and lace-up fastening for a comfortable fit, with a smooth finish that looks great on any occasion. The product is made responsibly and sustainably, using materials such as organic cotton and vegetable-tanned leather that are kinder to the environment and to workers in the supply chain.

Choosing cotton from organic farming means that the trainers do not include any chemicals, pesticides, insecticides, or GMOs. This results in a product that has minimal impact on biodiversity and the health of agricultural workers. Choosing vegetable-tanned leather is also a smart environmental choice, as it avoids the use of harmful chemicals in the tanning process. The cotton lining is also sourced from organic farming, which protects the earth, the water, and the people who harvest it.

The Esplar trainers are named in tribute to the Brazilian NGO that Veja has been working with since 2005. By purchasing these trainers, you will be supporting organic farming families in the north-east region of Brazil. The trainers feature leather and suede overlays, a sewn V logo, and cushioning made of wild rubber and other synthetic materials. The wild rubber sole comes from the Amazon and is 20% of the total sole.

Veja produces the Esplar trainers in Porto Alegre, Brazil, with the guidance of the Office of Rural Planning and Advisory (Association of Rural Consultation and Planning). The uppers are made from 100% leather, the lining is 100% organic cotton, the cushioning is 100% EVA, and the sole is 100% rubber.