Vesica Piscis is Likely a Fully Vegan Brand

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Vesica Piscis Brand Highlights

"At Vesica Piscis we make your order when we receive it and send it to your home in a few days. All our models are made to order, with vegan, recycled and recyclable materials under the umbrella of a circular economy." - Vesica Piscis team

About Vesica Piscis

Founded in 2015, Vesica Piscis hand makes their shoes in Elche, Spain - which is also where they're based. The brand is highly focused on following circular economy principles, using recycled and natural materials to create 'zero waste,' fully recyclable shoes. They're also a brand that's based on vegan ethics, and even support various animal welfare-based causes.

Are Vesica Piscis shoes waterproof?

Some of their models are water-resistant, although not technically waterproof, such as their PLATO Vegan winter bootie black of corn PLA.

Is Vesica Piscis an ethically vegan brand?

Very much so. According to the brand, "At Vesica Piscis we are more about ethics than aesthetics. We don't wear the corset of trends and we flow in our own way, always complying with three premises: veganism, circular economy and minimalism."

What materials are used to make their shoes?

In general, Vesica Piscis uses the following materials to make their shoes, boots, sandals, and slippers:
• Recycled cotton
• Organic cotton
• Corn-based leather
• Natural rubber
• Synthetic rubber (mixed in with natural rubber for the soles)
• Bamboo
• No adhesives (all shoes are sewn)
• Recycled polyester (made from recycled plastic bottles, X-ray plates, fishing nets, etc.)
Within each shoe's description on the Vesica Piscis website it will give a detailed breakdown of the materials used to make that shoe. For example, their "Coretta Vegan sneaker Save Sharks" model lists the following materials:
• Upper: 50% recycled cotton + 50% recycled polyester - both GRS certified
• Lining: 100% recycled cotton GRS certified free of dyes
• In-sock plant: 100% recycled PU foam + recycled cork free of dyes
• Sole: Natural and synthetic rubber

Are their shoes eco-friendly/sustainable?

While it's difficult to quantify the environmental-friendliness of a shoe, the footwear Vesica Piscis makes could be considered quite eco-friendly, as they are:
• Made primarily of recycled and organic natural materials
• Made without excess inventory (made-to-order only production)
• Fully recyclable

Does production of Vesica Piscis shoes create a lot of harmful emissions?

On their website, Vesica Piscis shares data about the environmental impact of the materials they us to make their shoes. According to that data, they use much less water, and produce much less CO2 than the industry average. As an example, the brand says, "Whit the INFINITE SOLE system, we managed to reduce the CO₂ footprint by more than half compared to the lowest figure for sneakers with these characteristics, and up to 84% with the average reference (13,6Kg), achieving the lowest carbon footprint in the current market."

Does Vesica Piscis use ‘green’ shipping methods?

It's unclear from their website if they use net-zero or negative emissions shipping partners, either domestically or internationally. We’ve asked them for clarification, and are currently awaiting reply.

Do they use eco-friendly packaging?

Yes! Their packaging is made from recycled and recyclable sheets of paper compacted together with water, no chemicals and no added substances. They also pack their shoes without additional paper, use water-based/PVC & phtalate-free ink, and labels that are made of 100% recycled paper with solvent-free adhesives. In addition, Vesica Piscis assembles their shoe boxes on site, which reduces the transport capacity (and therefore emissions) needed to ship them.

Are their shoes recyclable?

According to Vesica Piscis, their vegan shoes are also 100% recyclable. About their shoes, the brand says, "The circular process is based on a design that allows the reuse and recycling of all the components of which the article is composed and don't generate waste, in order to minimize environmental impact and preserve natural resources."

How should I dispose of my old Vesica Piscis shoes?

Vesica Piscis strongly encourages the recycling of their shoes, and even has a recycling program in place. To recycle your shoes, you just have to take them to one of Vesica Pisces's retailers that participates in the program, or break them down and send them back to Vesica Piscis. If you participate in the program, Vesica Pisces will give you a 20% discount if they reuse your old soles for your new sneakers, or with a 10% discount towards the new sneakers if the soles are recycled instead.

Which stores can I buy their shoes from?

Vesica Pisces shoes can be purchased from their website, and can be shipped within the EU. They are also sold at dozens of retailers throughout Europe, many of whom participate in the Vesica Piscis shoe recycling program.

Do Vesica Piscis shoes ever go on sale?

Vesica Piscis shoes don't go on sale, since they are all made-to-order. According to the brand, "... therefore we do not have an unnecessary stock that later entails the pressure of having to liquidate." However, the brand does offer discounts on future pairs of their shoes, if you recycle your old pairs of Vesica Piscis.

Where are Vesica Piscis shoes made?

Vesica Piscis shoes are hand made to order in Elche, Spain.

Are their shoes made with fair labour?

Yes! Vesica Piscis shoes are made in Spain, which means their labourers are protected by the stringent labour laws of the European Union, which also include strong health and safety regulations.

Is Vesica Piscis a charitable company?

Yes - Vesica Pisces creates certain lines of shoes that are associated with animal welfare and conversion-related charitable causes, and donates a portion of the sales from those shoes to their associated causes. For example, with the purchase of the "CORETTA Save Sharks" model, the brand donates 7.50% of the sale price to Stop Finning EU.

Does Vesica Piscis promote ‘slow fashion’ or a ‘circular economy’?

Not only does the brand promote slow fashion and circular economy principles, but they strictly operate by them. According to the brand, "As a company we live from our sales, but we do not want to contribute to unnecessary consumption, which is why we like our customers to consume consciously and buy the product when they need it and until the end of its useful life." In keeping with that philosophy, Vesica Piscis implements the following circular economy principles: avoiding over-consumption by making their shoes on a made-to-order basis only; making their shoes by hand; making unisex footwear primarily using recycled materials; primarily using natural materials; using organic cotton; not offering items on discount; not following seasonal trends; making timeless styles; using very eco-friendly packaging; supporting environmental conservation efforts; and employing fair labour.

Vesica Piscis Footwear Range

Vesica Piscis makes unisex casual shoes, sneakers, sandals, slippers, and boots, and sells them at a mid-range price point. Their footwear is typically a gum-soled canvas look, although they do have an offering of wool-look, leather-look, and perforated options. Their aesthetic can be described as casual, timeless, and natural, with some models having a bit of a retro vibe.