It looks like leather, it acts like leather, but it's not leather, what is it? ... If you're now shouting "C.W.L. used to make Veja Urca sneakers!" behind your screen, you've got a big thumbs up and extra bonus points from us. Cotton Worked as Leather is a vegan alternative to leather - it's organic cotton treated with a blend of corn and castor oil. The sole contains 24% Fair Trade certified Amazon rubber, 23% rice waste and 12% recycled rubber. The insoles are the work of certified workers in Brazilian factories, made from sugarcane, Amazon rubber, recycled EVA foam and organic cotton. The 100% recycled plastic bottle lining is wear-resistant and provides the foot with maximum comfort and flexibility. Even the laces are made from 100% organic cotton with USDA organic, EU organic, GOTS and Brazilian Participatory Guarantee System certifications.
Dress differently from the rest with the French brand of Veja sneakers.
C.W.L. (Cotton Worked as Leather): This material is a vegan alternative to leather, with a very similar appearance and excellent resistance. A 100% organic cotton canvas, coated with P.U., corn starch, and ricinus oil. 54% bio-based.
Sugar cane
Amazonian rubber
is used for products that are made using more environmently-friendly proceses which uses less water, energy and chemicals. Products with international certifications such as bluesign®, the 100 standard by OEKO-TEX® and MADE IN GREEN by OEKO-TEX® are placed under this label.
Products with this label are made mostly of recycled materials mostly made from old waste such as plastic bottles and clothes. These products has smaller environmental footprint thanks to processing more waste materials than virgin materials.
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Veja is a French brand that focuses on making sneakers and clothing from sustainable materials. Instead of spending money on marketing and advertising, it invests it in improving quality and reducing environmental impact. Veja works with small farmers and cooperatives that grow organic cotton, natural rubber and recycled plastics. Veja is also committed to fair working conditions and transparency throughout the production process. Veja offers its products at fair prices that reflect the true value of materials and labor. Veja is a brand for those who want to wear stylish and comfortable sneakers and clothing, but at the same time respect the planet and the people who live on it.