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What You Need to Know About Veja HK

They don’t advertise, they don’t use sweatshops and they don’t trade on their morals. Meet Veja: the ethically and ecologically grounded sneaker makers that are leading by example. Veja is a French company with a strong focus on transparency, fair trade and social and environmental responsibility. It collaborates incredibly closely with the factory that produces its sneakers to ensure the best work practices. Veja sources natural rubber directly from Seringueiro communities in the Amazon rainforest to save on water, energy and harmful emissions.

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The runner’s upper is made from cosy wool knit- a naturally antimicrobial material. To cut down on plastic use, the silhouette features details made from vegetable castor oil. Additionally, the insole and outsole are made from a combination of natural materials, recycled plastic bottles and natural rubber from the Amazon.

Taking a sleeker approach to sustainability, the hiking-inspired “Venturi” silhouette is made from corn waste turned into a leather-like material. The use of this material cuts back on petroleum-based materials. Similar to the runner model, the vegan hiking style features an insole and outsole both made from recycled plastic bottles and natural rubber.

Are all Veja shoes vegan?

Veja has a variety of vegan sneakers, including the Nova White, Nova Canvas, Wate, SDU Rec, Flannel, B-Mesh and Rio Branco. Of the 81 styles, 20 are completely vegan. Another fundamental pillar that Veja is built on is fair trade. The brand works directly with farmers in Peru and Brazil on contracts and prices for their organic cotton before a single seed has been planted. Alternative materials such as tilapia and experiments with chrome-free suede, leathers and wild rubber are also in the pipeline to develop the sustainability of the brand.

What does Veja mean?

The word ‘veja’ is a literal translation of the Portuguese-Brazilian for ‘look’- it means: look beyond the sneakers, look at how they are made, as explained by founder, Morillion. It means that it is possible to turn the world inside out, to start something where everybody earns a decent income, from the organic cotton producers to the stores that distribute the shoes.

How do I clean my Veja sneakers?

To keep your pair of Vejas’ in tip-top condition, it is recommended to give them a spray with a waterproof solution before you wear them. For canvas Vejas’, simply brush off any scuffs or marks with a brush and some soap- don’t put them in the washing machine as this can cause the leather inserts to rub off. For leather styles, maintain the quality with leather care creams and sprays and use a suede brush to keep the suede looking brand new.

What is the difference between Veja V10 and V12?

Wondering whether you should buy the Veja V10 or V12 trainers? The truth is that the two types of shoes are quite similar. However, the main difference here is that the V12 shoes tend to run a little narrower than the V10s. So, if you prefer a tighter fit, they are right for you.

Does Veja run big or small?

Generally, Veja sneakers are true to size, so we would recommend going for your usual size; however, each style may fit your foot differently. As with most leather footwear, it may take a few wears to mould to the unique shape of your foot. If you are in between two sizes, we suggest choosing the smaller size.

Where to buy Veja sneakers in Hong Kong?

You can find a wide variety of Veja sneakers for men and women on trusted fashion sites like Zalora, Net-A-Porter, FARFETCH, Harvey Nichols, and MR PORTER.