8000Kicks
At 8000Kicks we make super sustainable hemp shoes
Introducing 8000Kicks, making shoes and backpacks from HEMP, the world's most sustainable fiber and also one of the most durable ones. All 8000Kicks shoes are compostable and as natural as possible, with a strong emphasis on comfort, design and usability. Born in Portugal from a family business and quickly expanded to California where it is based.
Company/Institution
8000Kicks
8000Kicks is a Portuguese company making the world's first waterproof hemp shoes and backpacks.
Our products are almost completely made from natural materials, being hemp the main one.
Country
Portugal
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Designer(s)
Bernardo Carreira
The designer is our grandma Otilia. She is 80years old and she is based out of Portugal and she has over 50 years experience in textiles. She is the founder of the project with her grandson Bernardo.