Veja has been creating shoes since 2005 using Brazilian and Peruvian organic cotton for the canvas and laces, Amazonian rubber for the soles, and various other recycled materials. 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. Fit: Classic fit. Runs true to size Material: Upper: ChromeFree leather, Panels: ChromeFree leather, Logo V: Rubber and rice waste (22%), 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), Laces: Organic cotton (100%), Made in Brazil Care: Hand wash cold, lay flat to dry Made in Brazil Style: WFC0038-OFC