Rio Branco II Lite

Story

Retro runner reengineered as an eco-conscious, water-resistant sneaker

Built with NOLYN fabric—an innovative twist on high-tenacity nylon—the Rio Branco II Lite sneakers offer exceptional strength, elasticity, and heat-and-water resistance for everyday durability. The leather and suede paneling elevates the look, creating a versatile, eco-conscious sneaker.

Features

• Retro-inspired look built for versatile daily wear
• NOLYN upper balances high-performance elasticity with water resistance
• Leather and suede panels add structured durability and texture
• Engineered with a bio-based E.V.A. midsole for responsive, lightweight cushioning
• Rugged outsole blend provides reliable grip and long-lasting traction

Sizing

• The Rio Branco II Lite fits true to size. Take your usual sneaker size.

Materials & Care

• Upper: Nolyn (54% polyester, 46% recycled polyester)
• Panels: Leather and Suede
• Insole: 10% Amazonian rubber, 33% sugar cane (42% total bio-based E.V.A.), 12% recycled E.V.A., 11% organic cotton, 25% other materials
• Midsole: 39% sugar cane (69% total bio-based E.V.A.), 8% recycled E.V.A., 23% other materials
• Outsole: 28% Amazonian rubber, 28% mineral silica, 28% synthetic rubber, 16% other materials
• Laces: 100% recycled polyester
• Made in Brazil
• Do not machine wash, clean with a soft brush using cold water and a mild soap

About

Veja means “look” in Portuguese. It’s a name that came about after Veja’s founders, Sebastien Kopp and François-Ghislain Morillion, took a look behind the curtain of the sneaker industry and decided they could do better than the status quo. They realized that by skipping the marketing costs of bigger brands, they could build Veja sneakers from organic cotton canvas, sustainable leather, wild rubber, and mesh from upcycled plastic bottles. They could offer fairer pay for workers and attain a B-Corp certification for sustainability. In other words, they could make shoes that are better in every way: for the planet, for the people who make them, and for the person wearing them, too. Since launching the first pair of Veja shoes in 2005, the brand has done exactly that, and the company now boasts a wide lineup of stylish, sustainably made footwear.