Sustainable Footwear Brand Rice Launches an All-Black Vegan Sneaker
References: thericeco & fashionunited.uk
Sustainable footwear brand Rice has launched an environmentally friendly vegan sneaker made from vegan corn, apple leather, organic cotton, and recycled materials like natural rice grains. The shoe boasts an insole made from 15 percent rice waste from Spain, 30 percent recycled materials, and 55 percent synthetic rubber. Its vegan leather is crafted from apple waste, organic cotton, PU, and polyester. In addition, the heel area is made from corn-based organic PU, PU, and organic cotton.
“The result is high-end footwear that combines tradition, Spanish craftsmanship and a cool look. The sneakers are made in the EU,” Rice said in a press release.
Rice’s vegan ‘Open21’ sneaker in ‘All Over Black’ has officially debuted on the brand’s website and Thokk Thokk.
Image Credit: Rice
“The result is high-end footwear that combines tradition, Spanish craftsmanship and a cool look. The sneakers are made in the EU,” Rice said in a press release.
Rice’s vegan ‘Open21’ sneaker in ‘All Over Black’ has officially debuted on the brand’s website and Thokk Thokk.
Image Credit: Rice
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Industry Implications
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