Our Collection of Sustainable Sneakers
At VIJZ, we're passionate about creating beautiful sneakers that don’t just look good, but also do good. Our latest collection showcases our dedication to sustainability, featuring sneakers made from recycled fabrics, waste materials, vegan leather, and vegetable-tanned leather. These eco-friendly designs are not only stylish but also help reduce our environmental footprint. In this blog, we’ll highlight some of our standout sustainable sneakers and show you how you can join us in making a positive impact by designing your own eco-friendly pair.
Our Sustainable Sneaker Collection
1. Air Max 1 Frankenstein
The Air Max 1 Frankenstein is made of small waste materials. The left shoe's mudguard is made of corduroy, terry cloth, and denim. The mudguard of the right shoe consists of different hair on leathers. These scrap materials are zigzagged together. The quarters are braided and made of black fabrics and exotic leathers.
2. Air Max 1 Oldfangled
Air Max 1 - Oldfangled, which is a pleasant reminiscent of an earlier time. Made from the fabric of a vintage chair, which we decided should have a second life.
We had the joy of admiring this masterpiece from an earlier time, now you get the joy to walk in it. Even after 70 years the fabric still holds its quality and hasn’t worn a bit. Paired with a bordeaux swoosh, and millennial pink leather this sneaker really feels like wearable vintage. The ‘Air Max 1 Oldfangled' Is now available to purchase in a very limited quantity.
3. Air Max 1 Master Scrap
When making sneakers you have to deal with leftovers. Why not make them into sneakers? That’s exactly what we did. A sneaker that consists of more than 50 different types of leftover materials. Every design is unique and truly one-of-a-kind.
4. Air Max 1 Scrap Corduroy
This Air Max 1 Scrap is made of different fabrics and is reinforced on vegan leather.
5. Air Max 1 Albert Heijn
The Air Max 1 Albert Heijn uses canvas of a recycled sweater, giving a new purpose to discarded fabric.
6. Air Max 1 Oldfangled 2.0
An ode to the previous oldfangled. We received many questions about this fabric which led to a new version of the oldfangled.
7. Air Max 1 Narrative
Ever thought about how cool it would be if your sneakers could tell a story? Not just any story, but your story. Picture this: a sneaker that’s not just another pair in your collection but a piece of art that holds memories, stories, and maybe even a little piece of your soul.
Create Your Own Sustainable Sneaker
Inspired by our eco-friendly designs? At VIJZ, we offer you the opportunity to create your own sustainable sneaker through our One of One service. Here’s how you can start your journey:
Visit Our Atelier or Schedule an Online Session: Meet with our designers in person or virtually to discuss your sustainable sneaker ideas.
Choose Your Eco-Friendly Materials: From recycled fabrics to vegan leather and veg-tanned leather, select the materials that best fit your vision.
Review and Finalize Your Design: We'll create a detailed mockup of your sneaker for you to approve.
Watch Your Creation Come to Life: Our artisans will handcraft your unique, sustainable pair, delivering a sneaker that’s stylish and eco-conscious.
Ready to make a statement with a pair of sustainable sneakers? Our collection demonstrates that fashion and sustainability can go hand in hand. Whether you’re inspired by our existing designs or have a vision of your own, we’re here to help you create a sneaker that reflects your values and style.
