Veja, the committed sneaker
Our selection of Veja brings together the sneakers from the French brand: leather, canvas, and alternative materials models, made in Brazil with organic cotton and wild Amazon rubber, for men and women, alongside other lifestyle brands on the site.
The sneaker reimagined.
A committed French brand
Veja was founded in 2004 by two Frenchmen, Sébastien Kopp and François-Ghislain Morillion, with a simple idea: to make sneakers differently, considering every step of production. The brand sources its organic cotton from producers in Brazil and Peru, and its rubber from Amazonian seringueiros, who collect it from wild rubber trees without cutting down the forest. Its shoes are made in Brazil. Veja has long chosen not to advertise.
Other brands
The lifestyle brands are also represented:
- Asics.
- adidas.
- Puma.
- Rains.
- Saucony.
- New Era.
- Buffalo.
- Herschel.
- Jack & Jones.
- The North Face.
- Urban Classics.
- New Balance.
- Le Coq Sportif.
- Eastpak.
- Sol's.
All the brands are gathered on the brands page.
The Veja style
The Veja sneakers are recognizable by their V on the side and their sleek line, inspired by retro tennis and basketball shoes. The V-10, made of leather, and the Campo, have become daily classics. The lighter models in canvas are suitable for warmer days, and the brand is also developing alternative materials, such as corn leather or recycled fabrics. It also offers running shoes designed according to the same principles.
Wearing and caring for
Veja shoes can be worn with jeans, chinos, a dress or a casual suit: their simplicity matches all outfits. You choose your usual size; the leather will adapt to your foot over the first few days. The leather can be cleaned with a damp cloth and mild soap, then nourished with a clear cream; the canvas can be brushed and washed by hand. The rubber sole regains its shine with a soft brush. The brand also encourages the repair of its shoes.
Good deals
Good bargains can also be found in the good deals, promotions, clearance sales, sales, Black Friday. The new arrivals showcase the latest collections, and the items shipped in 24h are prepared and dispatched within 24 hours. The highlights of the year follow a stable order: the Black Friday at the end of autumn, the end-of-year festivities, the winter sales, the French Days in spring, followed by the summer sales and back to school.
Frequently asked questions
How do Veja sneakers fit?
The fit varies depending on the models: a leather upper holds the foot better than a canvas upper. If you're unsure between two sizes, measure your foot at the end of the day and compare it with the size guide on the product page.
How is Veja pronounced and what does this name mean?
It is pronounced véja, with a soft j. The word means "look" in Portuguese, an invitation to pay attention to what lies behind the shoe: its materials, its production, and the people who make it.
In which country are Veja sneakers made?
In Brazil, using organic cotton sourced from producers in Brazil and Peru and wild Amazonian rubber. The brand, founded in 2004 by two Frenchmen, has remained faithful to this supply chain.
How to clean white Veja leather sneakers?
Remove the laces, brush off the dust, then use a damp cloth with a bit of mild soap on the leather, without soaking it. Let it air dry away from heat, and occasionally nourish the leather with a clear balm.
What is the wild rubber used by Veja?
It is rubber harvested by seringueiros in the Amazon, from wild rubber trees that they tap without cutting them down. By purchasing it, Veja adds economic value to standing forest and supports the communities that protect it.
