Recife Logo Chromefree Leather – Extra White / Matcha | Womens Veja Sneakers

Limiting the use of energy and tanning through a simplified process, the Veja Recife Chromefree Leather sneaker is chic yet sustainably minded. With three retro-inspired velcro straps and soft mint-coloured detailing, this sneaker is big on comfort as well as style. Pair with summer denim for a low-key, pulled-together look. 
Upper : ChromeFree leather
Panels : ChromeFree leather and suede
Logo V : Suede
Insole : Amazonian rubber, sugar cane, recycled E.V.A.* and organic cotton
Outsole : Amazonian rubber (31%), rice waste (22%) and recycled rubber (12%)
Lining : Tech (100% recycled polyester)
Straps : ChromeFree Leather
Made in Brazil
The bovine ChromeFree leather is smooth and light. Coming from farms located in the south of Brazil (Rio Grande do Sul), it undergoes an innovative tanning process where no chrome, heavy metals or dangerous acids are involved. By simplifying the tanning process, the use of chemicals and energy is limited, the use of water is reduced by about 40% and the use of salt by 80%. After tanning, the water is recyclable.
The suede is made from the underside of bovine leather previously brushed to make it softer and more flexible. It comes from farms in the south of Brazil (Rio Grande do Sul). It is tanned in Brazil, respecting the REACH norms. Special attention is paid to water usage during the tanning process. The suede is also coated with water-repellent oils without PFCs (chemical compounds) to protect the sneakers from light rain.