Our story

The footwear industry largely relies on machinery to churn out low-cost shoes which has taken a toll on our environment and the artisanal shoe-making community. At Commune Wear, we decided early on that we wanted to take the road less travelled; To bring shoes that are mindfully and skilfully crafted by artisans who have been doing so for generations... Recycled Leather The heel of our loafers and mules are handcrafted with recycled leather, which is specially imported from Germany. Handcrafted layer by layer by our skilled craftsmen. 

What are Espadrilles Shoes? 

The primary feature of espadrilles is the braided jute sole (esparto rope). The handcrafting of espadrilles is generally more complex than other leather shoes, like sandals and mules.

On our journey towards becoming more mindful and sustainable. We're taking steps to be better on the environment.  It was a journey finding the right insoles for our sandals and sliders. Not only did we want the softest leather that was both flexible and comfortable. We wanted a tannery that works with the traditional method of naturally bleaching and tanning the leather. What is tanning? It's basically the process that converts the hide to leather. The process and how it's handled have significant impact on the qualities of the leather shoes, and how long the leather last.  With naturally tanning, it soften...

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