Zèta x Labfresh Grey

At Zèta, partnering with Labfresh, we didn't just set out to create a stylish sneaker. We wanted a plant-based material capable of standing up to the reality of your daily life, while keeping your feet fresh.

A plant-based yet robust material

The corn used for this sneaker's upper comes from guaranteed pesticide-free crops. Processed using a clean method, this innovative plant-based alternative is composed of 73% Bio PU and 27% recycled polyester. The result? An extremely durable material that acts as a true scratch-resistant shield against everyday scuffs, while maintaining a sharp, consistent look.

Technical performance on the inside

This is where technical expertise truly comes into its own. The inner lining is also derived from cereals (28% cereal polymers, 62% recycled polyester and 10% PU). In practice, this composition makes it ultra-breathable and antibacterial. It retains eight times less moisture than a conventional sneaker. No more overheating: the material works for you and naturally regulates temperature to keep your feet cool, even after walking for 12 hours around the city in 32-degree heat.

Designed for intensive wear

Beyond the upper, the shoe's entire structure is designed to last. Handcrafted in Portugal using Strobel construction renowned for its durability, it rests on a 50% recycled rubber sole. Inside, the 100% recycled memory foam insole guarantees absolute comfort.

A sneaker that does exactly what you expect: stays with you for a long time, comfortably, without ever wearing out.

Your feet carry you, take good care of them.

At Zèta, comfort is not an afterthought, it is our starting point. Where many brands focus solely on style, we choose to combine aesthetics, ethics and well-being at every stage of development of our trainers.

Our models are designed to adapt naturally to your foot: supple, lightweight, and breathable, they make you feel like you are walking in slippers – and that is exactly what over 90% of our customers tell us in their reviews. So it is not just us saying it, it is you.

The secret? We use the Strobel construction, a premium manufacturing technique that gives the shoe exceptional flexibility. The result: natural cushioning, no feeling of stiffness, and incomparable freedom of movement, even after hours of walking.

No more blisters and heavy legs: our trainers go with you everywhere, in the city as in the woods, from the first to the last step of the day.

Trainers made to last, without compromising on comfort.

Our materials are carefully selected to ensure they are pleasant to wear and durable over time. Before being launched, all our prototypes are inspected by the CTCP (Footwear Technological Centre of Portugal) for flexibility and abrasion testing. Then, they are tested in real-world conditions by our team and Zèta club members.

Each pair is assembled by hand by our Portuguese artisans, then subjected to rigorous quality control to ensure that your comfort meets our high standards – and yours.

Manufacturing workshop - Vizela, Portugal

We are proud to collaborate with partners who share our values and are just as committed as we are, both environmentally and socially.

At the age of 20, Albano assembled his very first pair of shoes in the back of a garage. 

His first pairs of shoes were then sold in a few local shops and after Sunday mass. The shoes proved popular thanks to their quality and were quickly sold all across northern Portugal.

For over thirty years, nearly 150 artisans have been keeping Portuguese craftsmanship alive with meticulous attention to detail and finishes. They joined our journey in 2022, and over the months we have forged very strong relationships.

Certifications

	ISO 14001 | Environmental management systems
	ISO 9001 | Quality management
	SMETA | Sedex Members Ethical Trade Audit