GAIA Black

Discover Gaia Piñatex Black online—a unisex, flat, backless sandal adorned with criss-cross straps made from Piñatex, a biodegradable, renewable, cruelty-free material derived from pineapple leaf fibers. This innovative organic fabric supports sustainable practices and fair trade initiatives within the social economy.
Handcrafted with a minimalist flair, these sandals feature vegan leather-like Piñatex, embodying elegance while prioritizing environmental consciousness. Adorned with a logo printed in black on laminated cork soles, they offer a smart and modern design. Hypoallergenic and toxin-free, these sandals boast breathable microfiber linings, preventing foot sweat and suffocation while maintaining antibacterial and antimicrobial properties to curb odors. The triple-layered soles include organic cork lining, recycled gum rubber for padding comfort, and recycled car tire material for durability. These slip-on, open-toe sandals offer a fresh, versatile, and trendy appeal, effortlessly complementing various outfits for numerous occasions. Comfortable for day-long wear, indoors or out, they epitomize both style and sustainability.

Source: NAE Vegan Shoes

NAE Vegan has been a pioneer in vegan shoes since 2008. While many other vegan shoe brands opted for materials made from plastic, NAE has been looking for the most eco-friendly alternatives to leather since its inception.

Eco-friendly: NAE uses materials such as cork, and organic cotton, but also innovative leather substitutes. For example, they use substitutes made from apples, corn or pineapple. Very important, because one of the biggest challenges of sustainable materials is scaling up; early adopters like NAE make a difference in that.

NAE also offers a 2-year warranty on the shoes.

Fair and local production: NAE's products are made in Portugal, Spain and the United Kingdom. The factories they work with are regularly checked for fair and safe working conditions.

Vegan: NAE is PETA-approved vegan

Good Cause: twice a year, NAE donates products to Remar Portugal, an organization that is committed to social inclusion.