The ESPLAR* trainers have been named after the Brazilian NGO which brings technical support to the organic cotton farming families Veja works with in North Brazil since 2005. The Canvas is made of 100% certified organic cotton, without the use of pesticides or chemical fertilizers. From 2004 to 2020, VEJA purchased nearly 642 tons of organic cotton. The cotton is cultivated in Brazil and Peru by associations that respect people and the environment, according to fair trade principles. Details: Upper : Organic cotton (100%) Panels : Coated canvas Logo V : Rubber and rice waste (22%) Insole : Amazonian rubber, sugar cane, recycled E.V.A.** and organic cotton Outsole : Amazonian rubber, rice waste (22%) and recycled rubber (12%) Lining & laces : Organic cotton ( 100%) Made in Brazil Care: The use of a washing machine is not recommended as it may alter the properties of the different materials.Before wearing them for the first time, we advise you to waterproof your shoes with a spray adapted to the material and to repeat this operation periodically. MAINLINECanvas models: the canvas can be brushed with cold water and soap of Marseille.Leather models: maintain the smooth leather of your shoes with a wet cloth and periodically with a specific product in spray or cream. Suede inserts can be maintained by dry brushing.CWL models: maintain the CWL of your shoes with a damp cloth and Marseille soap.