Olea Green - 40 (Second hand)

The art of creating with what already exists.

At Zèta, we do not believe we should keep endlessly drawing on the planet's resources to create something new. Our mission is simple: to transform what others consider by-products into lasting, desirable design objects.

All our trainers are designed from upcycled materials. Whether it is grape marc, maize, coffee or olives, we constantly seek innovative solutions to give a second life to dormant resources.

But creating from what already exists does not mean making compromises. We design our products to be as aesthetically pleasing and comfortable as they are respectful of the environment. Each pair tells a story — that of a material that does not end its journey in a landfill, but beneath your feet, ready to cover new ground.

Making trainers from recycled materials is our way of proving that another kind of fashion is possible: a circular, transparent fashion, resolutely focused on the future.

Zèta: Nothing is lost, everything is worn.

Your feet carry you, take care of them.

At Zèta, comfort isn't a detail; it's a starting point. Where many brands focus solely on style, we strive to combine aesthetics, ethics , and well-being at every stage of our sneakers' development.

Our styles are designed to fit naturally around your feet: flexible, lightweight, and breathable, they feel like slippers—and that's what over 90% of our customers say in their reviews. So it's not just us saying it, it's you.

The secret? We use Strobel construction, a high-end manufacturing technique that provides exceptional flexibility to the shoe. The result: natural cushioning, no feeling of stiffness, and unparalleled freedom of movement, even after hours of walking.

No more blisters and heavy legs: our sneakers accompany you everywhere, in the city as well as in the forest, from the first to the last step of the day.

Sneakers that last, without compromising on comfort.

Our materials are carefully selected to ensure they are comfortable to wear and durable. Before being launched, all our prototypes are tested at the CTCP (Footwear Technology Center in Portugal) for flexibility and abrasion tests. They are then tested in real-life conditions by our team and members of the Zèta club.

Each pair is hand-assembled by our Portuguese artisans and then undergoes rigorous quality control to ensure your comfort meets our standards – and yours.

Clothing workshop - Vizela, Portugal

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

It was at the age of 20 that Albano assembled his first pair of shoes, in the back of a garage.

His first pairs of shoes will then be sold in a few shops in the city and at the end of mass on Sundays. The shoes pleased with their quality and were quickly sold throughout the North of Portugal.

For more than thirty years, nearly 150 artisans have now perpetuated Portuguese craftsmanship by paying particular attention to details and finishes. They joined the adventure alongside us in 2022 and we have built very strong relationships over the months.

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