Rio Branco II Mesh Sneaker

Story

An ethical and eco-conscious trainer as comfortable as it is stylish

Veja holds themselves to the highest of standards—from their eco-friendly materials to their ethical manufacturing. The result? An incredibly comfortable and supportive suede and leather-paneled shoe, built intentionally from sole to lace. Breathable and flexible Alveomesh uppers and grippy outsoles give the Rio Branco II Mesh Sneaker all the qualities you could ask for in a daily commuter with an effortless retro aesthetic that looks as good as they feel.

Features

• Breathable, eco-friendly Alveomesh uppers
• Water-repellent suede and leather panels
• Wild rubber insole provides all-day comfort
• Sugarcane midsole provides structure and support
• Grippy outsole made from fair-trade rubber

Materials

• Upper: 100% Alveomesh recycled polyester
• Panels: Suede and leather
• Logo V: 40% Synthetic rubber, 22% mineral silica
• Insole: 11% Amazonian rubber, 42% sugar cane E.V.A., 11% recycled E.V.A., 12% organic cotton
• Midsole: 59% Sugar cane E.V.A.
• Outsole: 12% Amazonian rubber, 30% mineral silica, 49% synthetic rubber
• Lining: 100% Recycled polyester
• Laces: 100% Organic cotton
• Made in Brazilian factories and workshops that exceed International Labor Standards, ensuring fair pay and dignified living and working conditions

Sizing

• The Rio Branco II Mesh Sneaker has a slightly snug fit, size up if you're between sizes
• See size conversions in the chart below

EU Size	40	41	42	43	44	45	46	47
US Size	7	8	9	10	11	11.5	12	12.5
Foot Length	25.3	26	26.6	27.3	28	28.6	29.3	30

All measurements are in centimeters.

Care

• Hand wash cold or spot clean, lay flat to dry
• Before wearing them for the first time, Veja recommends using a waterproof spray for added protection

About Veja

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.